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Shock Absorber, FWD






Shock Absorber, FWD






1 Shock Absorber with Left and Right Rear Dampening Adjustment Valve (N338/N339)

Removing and installing, refer to => [ Shock Absorber, FWD ] Shock Absorber, FWD.

2 Protective Cap

3 Protective Tube

4 Buffer Stop

For the correct allocation, refer to the Electronic Parts Catalog (ETKA).

5 Shock Absorber Mounting

For the correct allocation, refer to the Electronic Parts Catalog (ETKA).

6 Nut

M10 x 1.0

25 Nm

Always replace if removed.

7 Cover

Disassembling and Assembling

Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required

Torque wrench (V.A.G 1332)

Shock absorber set (T10001)

Loosening and Tightening Bolted Connection for Shock Absorber Mount






1. Ratchet (commercially available)

2. Socket wrench 21 mm (T10001/9)

3. Ratchet (T10001/11)

4. Socket wrench 21 mm (T10001/1)


Tightening Specification