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| Attach spring compressor -V.A.G 1752/1- with adapters -V.A.G 1752/9- and rear axle spring retainers -V.A.G 1752/16- to coil spring. If necessary, insert spring retainers individually into coils of spring, then secure to spring compressor. Take care not to damage trapezium link. |
4 coils of spring must be compressed. |
If this is not possible, compress 3 coils only and then turn the spring so that the specified 4 coils can be compressed. |
WARNING Ensure that coil spring is correctly seated in rear axle spring retainers -V.A.G 1752/16- (accident risk). |
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| Tighten spring compressor as far as it will go, and take out spring. |
Installation is carried out in the reverse sequence; note the following: |
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| When installing a new spring, ensure that the tapered end faces downwards. |
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| Arrow B: The coloured marking must be below |
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