Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Coil Spring, Removing
-- Pretension coil spring using V.A.G 1752/1 until upper axial groove ball bearing is free.
- Spring compressor V.A.G 1752/1
- Torque wrench V.A.G 1332
- Ring spanner insert AF 21 T10001/8
- Ratchet T10001/11
- Ring spanner insert AF 21 T10001/5
- Spring holder V.A.G 1752/4
First load spring far enough so that tension is relieved on upper spring retainer!
-- Make sure that coil spring is seated correctly in V.A.G 1752/4 -arrow-.
-- Remove hex nut from piston rod.
-- Remove individual components of suspension strut and coil spring with V.A.G 1752/1.
Coil Spring, Installing
-- Place coil spring with V.A.G 1752/1 on lower spring plate.
End of spring coil must rest against stop -arrow-.
-- Tighten new hex nut to piston rod.
-- Relieve tension on V.A.G 1752/1 and remove from coil spring.
-- Suspension strut, installing or Installing .
Tightening Specifications
| Component | Tightening Specifications |
|---|---|
Suspension strut mount to damper
|
60 Nm |
NO RELATED
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.