Shock Absorber, All Wheel Drive (AWD), Servicing

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Special tools and workshop equipment required

Torque Wrench 1332 40-200Nm VAG1332
Shock Absorber Set T10001

Fig 1: Identifying Shock Absorber

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Stone Chip Protection
Shock Absorber
- Only shock absorbers with the same part number may be installed on the left and right
- Removing and installing. Refer to SHOCK ABSORBER, ALL WHEEL DRIVE (AWD), REMOVING AND INSTALLING .
- There are different versions of the suspension. Refer to EXPLANATION OF PRODUCTION CONTROL NUMBERS (PR NUMBER) .
- Faulty shock absorbers must be vented and emptied before disposal. Refer to REPAIR INFORMATION
- Shock Absorber, Checking. Refer to REPAIR INFORMATION .
Washer
- Always use
Protective Tube
Stop Buffer
Upper Shock Absorber Mount
- Installed position. Refer to Fig 3
Nut
- 35 Nm
- Always replace if removed
- Loosening and Tightening. Refer to Fig 2
Cover

Fig 2: Identifying Removal Of Hex Nut From Shock Absorber

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Ratchet (commercially available)
Shock Absorber Set - Extension with Counter Holder 1 T10001/9
Shock Absorber Set - Reversible Ratchet T10001/11
Shock Absorber Set - Socket T10001/1

Fig 3: Upper Shock Absorber Mount Installation Position

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-- Install the upper shock absorber mount so it is rotated 90° to the lower shock absorber mount.