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.
Threaded Bushing, Removing And Installing: Removing
-- Raise the vehicle.
-- Remove the lower noise insulation. Refer to OVERVIEW - NOISE INSULATION .
-- Remove the exhaust system bracket from the subframe -arrows-.
-- Remove the pendulum support bolts -1-.
-- Remove the hex nut -1- from the right and left coupling rod -3-.
-- Remove the coupling rod -3- from the stabilizer bar -2- on the left and right sides.
Vehicles with Level Control System Sensor
-- Disconnect the connector -1- from the Left Front Level Control System Sensor -G78- or Right Front Level Control Sensor -G289-.
Continuation for All Vehicles
-- Remove the clips -1 and 2- for the wiring harness -3- from the subframe and the steering gear.
-- Remove the steering gear bolts -1-.
-- Pry the steering gear out of the subframe alignment sleeves.
-- Place the : VAS6931 or : VAG1383A -1- under the subframe.
-- Secure the subframe (refer to SUBFRAME, SECURING ) and lower it approximately 10 cm.
-- Drive out the threaded bushing -1- in the direction of -arrow-.
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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.