Axle Beam Pivot Bushing
Removal
1) This procedure is for replacing bushing with axle beam installed in vehicle. Raise vehicle and support with safety stands under vehicle body.
2) With no pressure on beam, remove nuts retaining axle beam to body and tap out pivot bolt.
3) Using Bushing Remover (VW 3111), press out bushing. Select new bushing and press bushing into place.
Installation
1) Loosely install mounting pad on axle beam. On Quantum models, use Bushing Installer (VW 3111) to install bushing (with power tool if possible). Install bushing to a depth of 2.42-2.44" (61.5-62.0 mm). Concave washer and bolt head must face toward outside of vehicle. Bolt head must recess into washer.
2) Using Mounting Bracket Aligner (VW 261 or 3021), align mount. See Fig 1. Tighten pivot bolt nut. Lower vehicle.