Shock Absorber And Coil Spring Assembly Overview

Fig 1: Identifying Shock Absorber And Coil Spring, Assembly Overview

Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

1. Upper Spring Support 
2. Coil Spring 
   • Note different suspension versions. Refer to VEHICLE DATA LABEL .
   • Removing and installing, refer to COIL SPRING .
3. Lower Spring Support 
   • Spring end rotated up to stop.
4. Bolt 
   • M14 x 1.5 x 70
   • 180 Nm
5. Bolt 
   • 50 Nm + 90° turn
   • Always replace if removed.
6. Shock Absorber 
   • Removing and installing, refer to SHOCK ABSORBER .
   • Note different suspension versions. Refer to VEHICLE DATA LABEL .
7. Lower Transverse Link 
   • Removing and installing, refer to LOWER TRANSVERSE LINK .
8. Wheel Bearing Housing 
   • Removing and installing, refer to WHEEL BEARING HOUSING .