Rear Suspension Overview

Fig 1: Identifying Rear Axle, Overview

Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

I - Refer to SUBFRAME, TRANSVERSE LINK AND TIE ROD ASSEMBLY OVERVIEW .
II - Refer to WHEEL BEARING HOUSING AND TRAILING ARM ASSEMBLY OVERVIEW .
III - Refer to SHOCK ABSORBER AND COIL SPRING ASSEMBLY OVERVIEW .
IV - Refer to STABILIZER BAR ASSEMBLY OVERVIEW .

NOTE:

Welding and straightening work on supporting or wheel carrying components of the suspension is not permitted.

Always replace self-locking nuts.

Always replace corroded bolts/nuts.

Bonded rubber bushings can only be turned to a limited extent. Therefore tighten threaded connections at components with bonded rubber bushings only when wheel bearing housing has been lifted (curb weight position). Refer to REAR AXLE, LIFTING TO CURB WEIGHT POSITION .