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.
Disassembly And Assembly: Strut: Installing
-- Install the coil spring on the lower spring plate using the Spring Compressor Kit - Spring Tensioner VAG1752/1.
The end of the spring coil must rest against the stop -arrow-.
-- Tighten the new hex nut onto the shock absorber.
-- Relieve the tension on the Spring Compressor Kit - Spring Tensioner VAG1752/1 and remove it from the coil spring.
-- Install the strut, refer to STRUT .
Tightening Specification
| Component | Tightening specification |
|---|---|
Strut mount to shock absorber
|
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.