Bonded rubber bushings for subframe, replacing: Removing

• Remove noise insulation.

Fig 1: Subframe And Bolts

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• Remove bolts - 1  - for subframe.
• By loosening bolts - 2  - lower subframe as far as possible, until bonded rubber bushings are accessible.

Fig 2: Pulling Subframe Bonded Rubber Bushings Upper Half Out

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• Install separating device on upper half of bushing.
• Pull the upper half out.

Fig 3: Pressing Subframe Upward Using Base Block VW 441

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• Insert thrust plate VW 447 H from above.
• Press subframe upward using Base Block VW 441 and engine/transmission jack V.A.G 1383 A until lower half of bushing falls out.