New Beetle Convertible L5-2.5L (BPR) (2007)
Suspension Strut / Shock Absorber: Service and Repair
Rear Suspension
Shock Absorber
Shock Absorber
Removing
Coil spring must be removed beforehand, => [ Coil Spring ] See: Suspension Spring ( Coil / Leaf )/Service and Repair/Rear Suspension.
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Remove bolts - 1 - while vehicle stands on wheels. If necessary, lift vehicle until bolts are accessible.
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Remove shock absorber hex bolt - 1 - from axle.
For greater clarity, the illustration shows the procedure without the wheel.
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Remove shock absorber.
Installing
Installation is in reverse order of removal.
Tightening specifications => [ Rear Axle Component Tightening Specifications ] See: Specifications/Rear Suspension/Rear Axle Component
Tightening Specifications.
Shock Absorber Assembly Overview
Shock Absorber Assembly Overview