Beetle L4-1.9L DSL Turbo (ALH) (1998)
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Remove bolts -1- with vehicle standing on its wheels (raise vehicle until bolts are accessible).
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Raise vehicle further (to relieve coil spring pressure).
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Remove coil spring.
Installing spring
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Make sure spacer bushing (zinc) is not damaged, replace if necessary.
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Install spring together with spring seat.
Observe installation position.
End of spring (arrow) must lie against stop on spring seat.
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Press rear axle upward using VAG1359/2 transmission jack.
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Using new bolts, bolt shock absorber to body
Tightening torque: 75 Nm (55 ft. lbs.).
Removing shock absorber