Touareg 2 V6-3.6L (BHK) (2008)
Suspension Strut / Shock Absorber: Overhaul
Front Suspension
Strut
Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required
‹› Torque wrench (VAG 1332)
‹› Spring compressor (VAS 6046)
‹› Spring holder (VAS 6046/3)
‹› Shock absorber set (T10001)
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Remove strut. Refer to --> [ Strut ] See: Removal and Replacement/Front Suspension/Strut.
Coil Spring, Removing
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Pre-tension coil spring far enough until upper spring plate is free.
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Remove hex nut from piston rod.
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Remove components of suspension strut and coil spring using spring tensioner (VAS 6046) and spring support f/VAS6046 (VAS 6046/3).
1
Commercially available ratchet
2
(T10001/14)
3
(T10001/11)
4
(T10001/3)
5
(VAS 6046)
6
(VAS 6046/3)
CAUTION!
First pre-load spring far enough so that tension is relieved on upper spring retainer!
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Make sure that coil spring is seated correctly in spring support f/VAS6046 (VAS 6046/3) - arrow -.