Shock absorber, removing and installing: Removing

• First remove the spring

Spring, removing and installing → Spring, removing and installing  .

Removing and installing spring R32, → Spring R32, removing and installing 

• Remove wheel.
• Unclip wire for wheel speed sensor from retainer.

Fig 1: Wheel Housing Liner Loosened

Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN UNITED STATES, INC.

• Partially loosen wheel housing liner.
• Place engine/transmission jack V.A.G 1383 A under.

Fig 2: Locating Shock Absorber Upper Bolt

Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN UNITED STATES, INC.

• Remove shock absorber upper bolt - arrow  -
• Lower trailing arm slowly using engine and transmission jack V.A.G 1383 A.

Fig 3: Shock Absorbers Lower Bolt

Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN UNITED STATES, INC.

• Unscrew lower bolt - arrow  - from shock absorbers.
• Take shock absorber out of vehicle.