Suspension Strut, Servicing: Notes

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Special tools and workshop equipment required

Shock Absorber Set:T10001

Fig 1: 18 mm socket from the Shock Absorber Set
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Torque Wrench 1332 Insert - Ring Wrench - 21mm:V.A.G 1332/7

Fig 2: Identifying Torque Wrench 1332/7
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Spring Compressor Kit:V.A.G 1752

Fig 3: Spring Compressor Kit
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Commercially Available Ratchet

-- Remove the suspension strut. Refer to Removing .