SUBFRAME Front Hydraulic Bonded Rubber Bushing, Replacing: Installing

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-- Pry out the anti-twist mechanism -1- using a screwdriver from the bonded rubber bushing alternating from side to side.

-- Version with plastic insert: remove the plastic insert -2- from the bonded rubber bushing.

-- Arrange the special tools as shown.

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1. : T10205/8-1 
2. : VAS6178 
3. : T40328/6 
4. : T40328/8  . The ribs must engage in the bonded rubber bushing openings
5. Bonded Rubber Bushing. Installation position. Refer to Figure.
6. : T40373/5B 
7. : T10205/8-2 

-- Align the bonded rubber bushing with the markings made previously and push it in until the collar comes in contact with the bushing in the subframe without any gaps.

• If necessary, release the tension and press in using the : VAS6179  .
• To prevent damage to the outer race, while pushing in, pay attention that the bonded rubber bushing is not tilted.

• The ends of the rubber bead on the bonded rubber bushing must align with the markings -arrows- on the subframe.

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• Correct any paint damage on subframe with corrosion protection, primer and black top coat.

-- Install the plastic insert and the anti-twist mechanism on the hydraulic bonded rubber bushing.

Further installation is performed in reverse order of removal, while noting the following:

-- Versions with air suspension: fill the air suspension system. Refer to AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM, FILLING AND BLEEDING .