Spring R32, removing and installing: Notes
WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.
Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required
- Torque Wrench 40-200Nm V.A.G 1332
- Engine and transmission jack V.A.G 1383 A
- Spring Compressor V.A.G 1752/1
- Spring Holder For A4 V.A.G 1752/7
- Spring holder V.A.G 1752/15
- Tensioning Strap T10038
- Wheel Hub Support T10149
The Spring holder V.A.G 1752/15 developed for 4 Motion vehicles. Thus the safe removing and installing of the springs are possible
When compressing the spring high tension exists. Note the following safety rules.
CAUTION:
- Make sure that the spring holders rest as near as possible against the spring coils.
- Check the spring holders at the spring coils during the clamping action for correct seating.
- Do not use an impact wrench.
Tighten vehicle to the lifting platform
If the vehicle is not secured, there is a risk that it may slip off the hoist.
- Remove the plugs from the trailing arm - 3 - and tighten the tensioning strap.
1 - Support arm of lifting platform
2 - Tensioning Strap T10038
- The vehicle must be tightened with the tensioning strap on left and right side.