SUBFRAME Front Bonded Rubber Bushing, Replacing (Multi-Link Suspension): Notes
Special tools and workshop equipment required
- Torque Wrench 1332 40-200Nm: VAG1332
- Hydraulic Press: VAS6178 with Bearing Installer - Wheel Hub/Bearing Kit - Adapter 13: T10205/13
- Pneumatic/Hydraulic Foot Pump: VAS6179
- Tensioning Strap: T10038
- Hydraulic Press - Rear Subframe Bushing Tool Kit: T10263
- Hydraulic Press - Rear Subframe Bushing Tool Kit - Spindle: T10263/4
- Hydraulic Press - Rear Subframe Bushing Tool Kit - Nut: T10263/5
- Subframe Bushing Assembly Tool Kit: T10356
- Subframe Bushing Assembly Tool Kit - Press Piece: T10356/1
- Subframe Bushing Assembly Tool Kit - Tube: T10356/2
- Assembly Tool - Bushing: T10356/7
- Subframe Bushing Assembly Tool Kit - Press Piece: T10356/8
- Installation Lubricant: G 294 421 A1 . Refer to the Parts Information.
NOTE:
If a bonded rubber bushing is faulty, then the bonded rubber bushing on the opposite side must also be replaced. Refer to the Parts Information for allocation.
Check the other bushings before replacing a faulty bonded rubber bushing.
If there are any tears or other visible damages, replace the bonded rubber bushing.
To replace the bonded rubber bushing, the subframe must be lowered either at the front or at the rear. It is not necessary to remove the subframe.
Lower the subframe alternating between the front and rear. This can avoid having to perform an axle alignment.
Identify the installation position to the subframe before removing the bonded rubber bushing.