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Running gear, axles, steering

Fixing position of subframe, multi-link suspension, four-wheel drive

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Special tools and workshop equipment required

Locating pins -T10096-
Fixing position of subframe, multi-link suspension, four-wheel drive

Engine and gearbox jack -V.A.G 1383 A-

Installing locating pins -T10096-
Fixing position of subframe, multi-link suspension, four-wheel drive
  • Position engine and gearbox jack -V.A.G 1383 A- with universal gearbox mounting -V.A.G 1359/2--1- under subframe and secure with tensioning strap.
Fixing position of subframe, multi-link suspension, four-wheel drive
To fix position of subframe, locating pins -T10486- must be screwed in successively at positions -1- on both sides of vehicle.
  • Unscrew one bolt -1- on each side.
Note

Only the left side of vehicle is shown to improve clarity.
Fixing position of subframe, multi-link suspension, four-wheel drive
  • Screw in locating pins -T10096--1-.
Note The locating pins -T10096- may be tightened only to a maximum of 20 N·m; otherwise the threads of the locating pins may be damaged.
  • Replace securing bolts on subframe one after the other on both sides with a locating pin from the locating pin set -T10486--1- and tighten to 20 N·m.

The position of the subframe is now fixed.
Fixing position of subframe, multi-link suspension, four-wheel drive

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