Rear Suspension

Shock Absorber






1 Shock Absorbers

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

• Be aware of the various suspension versions. Refer to => [ Vehicle Data Label ] Application and ID.

2 Protective Cap

3 Protective Tube

4 Support Ring

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

5 Buffer Stop

• For shock absorber with supporting ring => [ (Item 4) Support Ring ].

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

6 Shock Absorber Mounting

• For shock absorber with supporting ring => [ (Item 4) Support Ring ].

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

7 Nut

• M10 x 1.0

• 25 Nm

• Always replace if removed.

• Loosening and tightening, refer to => [ Loosening and Tightening Bolted Connection for Shock Absorber Mount ].

8 Cover

9 Shock Absorber Mounting

• For shock absorber without supporting ring => [ (Item 4) Support Ring ].

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

10 Buffer Stop

• For shock absorber without supporting ring => [ (Item 4) Support Ring ].

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

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