Shock Absorber, Coil Spring

Shock Absorber, Coil Spring

Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required

• Torque wrench (V.A.G 1331)

• Shock absorber set (T10001)






1 - Nut

• 25 Nm

• Self-locking

• Always replace.

2 - Shock Absorber Mounting

3 - Buffer Stop

4 - Protective Sleeve

• On the RS 6: attached to the stop buffer and the mount ring.

• Pay attention to the positioning on the RS 6. Refer to => [ Positioning of the Protective Sleeve on the RS 6 ] Wheel Bearing Housing, Wheel Bearing Unit and Coil Spring Shock Absorber Assembly Overview.

5 - Shock Absorbers

• Removing and installing, refer to => [ Shock Absorber, Coil Spring ] Shock Absorber, Coil Spring.

• Note different types of suspension versions, see vehicle data plate. Refer to => [ Production Control Number (PR Number), Explanations ] Application and ID.

• Always release gas and drain malfunctioning shock absorbers before disposal. Refer to => [ Rear Gas-Filled Strut, Venting ] Rear Gas-Filled Strut, Venting.

• Check removed shock absorber. Refer to => [ Shock Absorbers, Removed, Checking ] Shock Absorbers, Removed, Checking

Loosening and Tightening Bolted Connection for Shock Absorber Mount






1 Ratchet (commercially available)
2 Socket (T10001/9)
3 Ratchet (T10001/11)
4 Socket (T10001/1)