Bonded rubber bushing, removing and installing: Notes

Fig 1: Identifying Special Tools - Bonded Rubber Bushing, Removing And Installing

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Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required

Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required

Fig 2: Slide Hammer-Complete Set VW 771

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NOTE:

A specific work procedure is described for replacement of the bonded rubber bushing on each side of the rear axle.
Both work procedures must be performed one after the other, because the bonded rubber bushings are always replaced as a pair.