Volkswagen Workshop Service and Repair Manuals > Golf Mk3 > Running gear | Rear suspension, drive shaft | Repairing rear axle (four-wheel drive vehicles)

Removing and installing rear axle

It is recommended that the axle and final drive are removed together and separated away from the vehicle when removing the rear axle.

If only the axle housing is to be removed and installed, the wishbones may remain on the shock absorber.

Note

t	Always renew self-locking nuts and bolts.

t	Always renew corroded nuts and bolts.

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