Golf GTI V6-2792cc 2.8L DOHC (AAA) SFI (1998)
Front Cross-Member: Service and Repair
Replacement
WARNING:
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Do not re-use fasteners that are worn or deformed in normal use.
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Some fasteners are designed to be used only once, and are unreliable and may fail if used a second time. This includes, but is not limited
to, nuts, bolts, washers, circlips and cotter pins.
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Always follow recommendations by replacing these fasteners with new parts where indicated, and any other time it is deemed necessary
by inspection.
NOTE:
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Directly below the component legend are the Fig. numbers. Please refer to these for information regarding removal and installation instructions.
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The following Plus suspension components are different from the Base suspension:
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Control arm
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Ball joint
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Wheel bearing housing
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Stabilizer bar and link rod
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Axle shaft Brake disc
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Wheel hub
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Wheel rim
1
Ball Joint To Mounting Plate Bolt
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Tighten to: 35 Nm (26 ft. lbs.)
2
Ball Joint
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Checking. See: Steering and Suspension/Suspension/Ball Joint/Testing and Inspection
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Check rubber boot for damage and replace ball joint if necessary
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Mark installation position before removing
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If removed, install at center of elongated hole and check toe setting
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Elongated holes are NOT intended for camber adjustment
3
Mounting Plate
4
Ball Joint To Strut Self-Locking Nut
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Tighten to: 45 Nm (33 ft. lbs.)
5
Rear Bushing For Control Arm