Nut for securing transverse link to subframe, replacing

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Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required

Torque wrench V.A.G 1332

NOTE:

Replace nut for securing transverse link to subframe if damaged.

Fig 1: Identifying Inner Bolt & Eccentric Bolt

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Because of poor accessibility to inner bolt - 1 - when vehicle is resting on wheels, transverse link can only be removed when subframe is removed.
Align vehicle after repair → Wheel alignment .

Removing

Remove subframe → Subframe, removing and installing .
Separate connection - 1 -.
Swing transverse link upward out of subframe console.

NOTE:

When installing cylinder bolt, ensure transverse link is not damaged.

Fig 2: Install Cylinder Bolt & Nut

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Install, for example, a cylinder bolt with hex socket head M12x1.5 x 20 (ET No. N902 268 01) - 1 - in nut - 2 - up to stop.

As an emergency solution, you can also use hex head bolt M12.1.5 x 20.

Turn cylinder screw more until damaged nut unscrews from subframe console.

Installing

NOTE:

Replace bolts and self-locking nuts → Notes in exploded view diagrams at → Part I, Subframe - front wheel drive .

Insert transverse link in subframe console.

Fig 3: Inserting Replacement Nut In Subframe Console Using New Combi-Bolt

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Insert replacement nut - 2 - in subframe console using new combi-bolt - 1 -.
Tighten combi-bolt - 1 -.
Install subframe → Subframe, removing and installing .
Perform vehicle alignment → Wheel alignment .

Alignment must take place on a VW/Audi recommended alignment stand.