911 Carrera Targa F6-3600cc 3.6L SOHC (1996)
Strut Mount: Service and Repair
Replacing Front Suspension Spring Strut Mount Seals
NOTE:
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No suspension alignment is required if the seal is replaced in accordance with the following assembly instructions as the wheel alignment values
will change only to a negligeable extent.
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The front-axle toe setting (total setting) will only change within a maximum of 5'.
Procedure
1. Raise vehicle. Take off both front wheels.
2. Unscrew lock nut from tie rod ball joint.
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If required, use Special Tool 9546 (Torx screwdriver) to lock.
3. Press tie rod ball joint off the steering arm.
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Use suitable puller, e.g. Nexus 168-1 (No. 1), in conjunction with 12 mm cap nut (No. 2/from Special Tool VW 267 a).
NOTE:
Start by turning tie rod forward (arrow).
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Then angle off ball joint (ball pin), observing drawing, and pull out in this position.
4. Remove stabilizer mount from stabilizer bar.
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To facilitate assembly (for added assembly space and better tie rod position), move steering rack fully into steering housing.
5. Undo lock nuts (4 ea. M 8) from spring strut mount.
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Before undoing them, mark installation position of strut mount (position of four flange lock nuts).
6. Turn spring strut until the brake disc points inside towards the rear (arrow).
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Then press spring strut/suspension down and pivot upper end out of fender area.