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Spring R32, removing and installing: Notes

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Fig 1: Identifying Special Tools - Spring R32, Removing And Installing
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Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required

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. 

Fig 2: Support Arm Of Lifting Platform And Tensioning Strap T10038
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1 - Support arm of lifting platform

2 - Tensioning Strap T10038

- The vehicle must be tightened with the tensioning strap on left and right side.