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Leon Mk1

Used suspension.
Used suspension.
   
Measurement of the ground clearance with used suspension
Used suspension: When any component that could affect suspension is going to be replaced, before raising the vehicle and starting work, measure the elevation of-a-, and write down the measured value because you will need it to keep the same height you had after replacing the damaged component.
  E42-10025
–  Fit themeasuring tool -T20095-on the wheel and measure it. There are different types of holes-A....c- for the different types of rims.
Measurement and modification of free height on a lift, off-road suspension
  WARNING
The vehicle must be secured to the lifting platform, else the it could slip.
  E44-0007
–  Secure the vehicle with support tool -T10038 - on both sides of the lifting platform.
  N42-10114
–  When the vehicle is positioned on the lifting platform, the ground clearance can be added together by lifting the respective suspension using the engine and gearbox jack -V.A.G 1383 A- and the Hydraulic jack adapter -T20209- until a defined dimension. Use the micrometer dial -T20095 - for the measurement.
  WARNING
t  Do not raise or lower vehicle while engine and gearbox jack -V.A.G 1383 A- is positioned under the vehicle.
t  Do not leave engine and gearbox jack -V.A.G 1383 A- under vehicle for longer than necessary.
–  Tighten the corresponding nuts and bolts to their specified torque.
–  Lower wheel bearing housing.
–  Pull engine and gearbox jack -V.A.G 1383 A- out from under vehicle.
  E40-10231

Repairing front suspension > < New suspension