Beetle L4-1.9L DSL Turbo (ALH) (1998)
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Remove both guide pins (arrows) from brake caliper.
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Remove brake caliper and suspend using wire.
CAUTION:
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Suspend the brake caliper using a piece of wire or similar
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Do not allow the caliper to hang by the brake hose. The unsupported weight can stretch and damage the hose.
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Remove connecting link from control arm.
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Disconnect ABS wheel speed sensor wiring from suspension strut (where applicable).
Right-side suspension strut
To remove the right-side suspension strut the following additional work is required
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Remove noise insulation panel (arrows).
Vehicles with TDI engine
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Remove intake air duct between charge air cooler and turbocharger.
Continued for all vehicles
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Remove right-side noise insulation.
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Disconnect drive axle from transmission drive flange.
The continuation of the procedure is valid for both sides.
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Remove bolt and nut from wheel bearing housing/suspension strut connection.