Control Arm Bushing: Service and Repair

Special tools and equipment






- VW401 thrust plate
- VW402 thrust plate
- VW411 punch
- VW447i thrust pad
- VW516 tube
- 30-14 sleeve






- 40-103 sleeve
- 2010 sleeve
- 3288/2 assembly tool
- 3301 assembly tool
- VAG1331 torque wrench

Fig. 1 Pressing out front bonded rubber bushing for control arm






Fig. 2 Pressing in front bonded rubber bushing for control arm






Notes:

- Use lubricant to press in the bonded rubber bushing; e.g. lubricant G 294 421 A 1.
- Never use grease!

CAUTION:

- Part numbers are listed here for reference only. Always check with your Parts department for the latest information.

Fig. 3 Installation position of rear bonded rubber bushing for control arm






One of the embossed arrows points toward the projection (arrow -A-) on the control arm.

Fig. 4 Pressing rear bonded rubber bushing for control arm out/in