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Spring, removing and installing: Notes

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Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required

Fig 1: Spring Compressor Kit V.A.G 1752
GW00002837Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN UNITED STATES, INC.

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.