SUBFRAME, Securing, Fwd

Certain repairs on a vehicle require the removal of the subframe or the complete rear axle. The original position of the subframe to the body can be maintained with assistance of the Subframe Locating Pins T40242. The Subframe Locating Pins T40242 must always be installed just before lowering the subframe or the complete rear axle. A road test must be performed after completing repairs. If when driving in a straight line on a level road surface the steering wheel must be turned off the center position to compensate for pulling, the vehicle must be aligned, refer to VEHICLE ALIGNMENT .

Special tools and workshop equipment required 

• Torque Wrench 1331 5-50Nm VAG1331
• Torque Wrench 1332 40-200Nm VAG1332
• Engine and Gearbox Jack VAS6931
• Subframe Locating Pins T40242

Procedure 

Fig 1: Support Back Of Subframe Using A Suitable Wood Block

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-- Remove the rear section from the exhaust system, refer to [For engine(s) CEUC,CRDB] Exhaust System, Emission Controls .

-- Place the Engine and Gearbox Jack VAS6931 under the subframe.

-- Support the back of the subframe -1- with a piece of wood -2-.

-- Support the front of the subframe -4- with a piece of wood -3-.

-- Secure the subframe to the Engine and Gearbox Jack VAS6931 using the Tensioning Strap T10038 as illustrated.

-- Remove the bolts -arrows-.

Fig 2: Subframe Position & Bolts

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-- Pry the stop plate -1- off the bonded rubber bushing alternating from side to side.

Fig 3: Carefully Pry Anti-Twist Mechanism

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-- Tighten the Subframe Locating Pins T40242 to 20 Nm.

• The subframe position is now secured.

The removal of the Subframe Locating Pins T40242 is performed in reverse order.

Tightening Specifications 

• Refer to OVERVIEW - SUBFRAME, VEHICLES WITH FWD