New Beetle L4-1.8L Turbo (BNU) (2005)
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Pre-load coil spring using spring compressor V.A.G 1752/1- far enough until top spring plate is free.
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Remove hex-nut from piston rod.
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Remove individual components of suspension strut and coil spring with spring compressor V.A.G 1752/1-.
1 - Commercially available ratchet
2 - T10001/8
3 - T10001/11
4 - T10001/5
5 - Spring Compressor V.A.G 1752/1
6 - 2 Spring Holders (80-165 mm) V.A.G 1752/4
CAUTION: First compress spring far enough so that tension is relieved on upper spring plate!
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Make sure that coil spring is seated correctly in 2 Spring Holders (80-165 mm) V.A.G 1752/4 -arrow -.
Installing coil spring
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Place coil spring with spring compressor V.A.G 1752/1 on lower spring plate.
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End of spring coil must rest against stop - arrow -.
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Tighten new hex nut on piston rod.
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Relieve tension on spring compressor V.A.G 1752/1 and remove from coil spring.
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Install suspension strut.
Suspension Strut Assembly Overview