Component And Assembly Overview
WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.
Overview of spring strut
| No. | Designation | Qty. | Removal | Installation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| -1- | Hexagon nut M14x1.5 | 1 | Before loosening the hexagon nut, pre-tension the coil spring with the spring tensioner. Loosen hexagon nut using Porsche special tool: > 9630/2 - socket-wrench insert or VW Special tool: > 3186 - socket-wrench insert Counter at the piston rod while loosening (and tightening). |
Use a new hexagon nut. |
| -2- | Spring-strut mount | 1 | Identical parts on left and right side | |
| -3- | Ball bearing | 1 | Replace if necessary. | |
| -4- | Tolerance compensation shim | 1 | Not always present. Observe allocation according to coil spring tolerance group (load group). This is described in the Assembly article (Information). |
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| -5- | Upper spring plate | 1 | Replace if necessary. | |
| -6- | Coil spring | 1 | Only available as a set. Observe allocation as per Spare Parts Catalog. |
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| Bellows | 1 | Replace if necessary. | ||
| Additional spring | 1 | Before installation, assemble at the correct position with No. -7- | ||
| -9- | Stop washer | 1 | Replace if necessary. | |
| -10- | Spring plate, lower | 1 | Replace if necessary. | |
| -11- | Vibration damper | 1 | Identical parts on left and right side. Observe allocation as per Spare Parts Catalog. |