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Volkswagen Cabrio GL L4-2.0L (ABA) (2001)03 · Maintenance
03 · Maintenance

Alignment: Specifications (page 4 of 4)

Make
Volkswagen
Model
Cabrio GL
Engine
L4-2.0L (ABA)
Year
2001
Section
Alignment
MaintenanceSpecifications · page 4 of 4
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components and weight distribution.
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Check item -a- on both left and right sides, correct if necessary.

It is possible to correct trim height imbalance for front axle by adding weight to top of strut tower and/or adding weight in trunk for rear axle,
example: sand bags can be used, approx. 10 kg (22 lb)

Factory codes, explanation
Various suspension versions are available as optional equipment. These are identified by factory codes.
Vehicle data label lists suspension version factory codes.

Example of vehicle data label
In this example vehicle is equipped with standard Suspension 1GC (arrow).
Vehicle data label is located in spare wheel recess and in service booklet.
The following table explains suspension numbers and applies to alignment.

Wheel Alignment Specifications

Front Axle

Rear Axle 

Camber  .....................................................................................................................................................................................................   -1 30' ± 10'
Max Difference Between Right & Left  ..................................................................................................................................................................   20'
Total Toe (w/specified Camber)  ..................................................................................................................................................................  +20' ± 10'
Max Deviation from Direction of Travel  ...............................................................................................................................................................   20'

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