Shock Absorber, Servicing

Shock absorbers, servicing

Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required

Torque wrench V.A.G 1331:

Shock absorber wrench 3017 A:

1 - Self-locking nut, 25 Nm
^ Always replace
^ Loosening and tightening

2 - Shock absorber bushing
3 - Bump stop
4 - Protective sleeve
5 - Shock absorber
^ Removing and installing
^ Note different suspension versions; see vehicle data sticker
^ Faulty shock absorbers must always be degassed and drained before disposal
^ Check shock absorber following removal





Loosening and tightening nut on shock absorber mounting