New Beetle L4-2.0L (BEV) (2004)
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Remove bolts -1- with vehicle standing on its wheels (raise vehicle until the bolts are accessible).
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Remove shock absorber hex bolt -1- on rear axle.
For ease of illustration the work sequence is shown without the wheel.
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Remove shock absorber.
Installation is the reverse of removal.
Fastener/location Tightening torques
Shock absorber to rear axle .................................................................................................................. 40 Nm (30 ft. lbs.) plus additional 90° turn
Use new nuts!
Load rear of vehicle with one person when tightening
Shock absorber to body .................................................................................................................... 30 Nm (22.1 ft. lbs.) plus additional 90° turn
Use new bolts!