Jetta Sedan V6-2.8L (BDF) (2003)
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Subframe: Service and Repair
Assembly Overview, Sub-Frame, Stabilizer Bar and Control Arm
I - Assembly overview, sub-frame, stabilizer bar and control arm
Notes:
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If a vehicle has to be moved after removing the axle shaft, first install outerjoint and tighten to 50 Nm (37 ft. lbs.), otherwise the wheel bearing
will be damaged.
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It is not allowed to carry out welding and straightening operations on load bearing suspension components or those components which locate the
wheels.
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Always replace self-locking nuts.
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Always replace corroded nuts/bolts.
1. Sub-frame retaining bracket
The captive nut cannot be reworked. If the nut is damaged, replace complete mounting bracket.
2. Weld nut in body
If the welded nut threads in the cross member are damaged, the thread can be serviced with Heli-coil thread insert.
3. Bonded rubber bushing
4. Self-locking nut
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Always replace each time after removing
5. Hex bolt M 14 x 1.5 x 63
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100 Nm (74 ft. lbs.) and turn 90° further
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Always replace each time after removing
6. Rear control arm bushing
7. Hexbolt M 12 x 1.5 x 70
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70 Nm (52 ft. lbs.) plus additional 90° turn
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Always replace each time after removing
