Trailing Arm, Servicing: Notes
Special Tools And Workshop Equipment Required
- Bearing Installer - Wheel Bearing :3345
- Bearing Installer - Control Arm :3346
- Bearing Installer - Control Arm - Pipe :3346/1
- Press Plate :VW402
- Press Piece - Multiple Use :VW412
- Press Piece - Trailing Arm Bushing :T10496
CAUTION:
This procedure contains mandatory replaceable parts. Refer to component overview and parts information prior to starting procedure.
Mandatory Replacement Parts
- Bolts - Bracket
- Bolt - Trailing Arm to Bracket
- Bolts - Trailing Arm to Wheel Bearing Housing
-- Remove trailing arm with mounting bracket. Refer to TRAILING ARM WITH MOUNTING BRACKET, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .
-- Clamp the trailing arm -1- in the vise with protective covers.
-- Remove the bolt -2- and remove the mounting bracket -3- from the trailing arm.
-- Mark the installation position of the bonded rubber bushing on the trailing arm.
-- To do so, make a mark over and under the bushing on the trailing arm -arrows- between the raised areas -1- as illustrated.