Golf L4-2.0L (ABA) (1996)
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Tighten to: 80 Nm (59 ft. lbs.)
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Use only self-locking nut with captive washer
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Axle beam must be in horizontal position (vehicle unloaded) when tightening nut
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Bolt
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Install from center of vehicle
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Bolt
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Tighten to: 70 Nm (52 ft. lbs.)
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If threads in cap nut are damaged, drill out and re-tap
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Axle Beam Bushing
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Pressing out, refer to Fig. 2
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Pressing in, refer to Fig. 3
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Bracket
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For parking brake cable
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Axle Beam
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Keep contact surface and threaded holes for stub axles free of paint and dirt
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Preload axle beam bushings when installing, refer to Fig. 5
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For running production changes, See: Axle Beam/Application and ID
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Stabilizer Bar
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Mounting Bracket
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Positioning on axle beam, refer to Fig. 4
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With bracket for mounting brake pressure regulator
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Do not loosen when removing rear axle beam
NOTE: For these procedures, use the tools shown in the following illustrations or their equivalents.
Fig. 1 - Suspension Strut, Removing/Installing
Fig. 2 - Axle Beam Bushing, Pressing Out
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Remove any corrosion in area of bushing before pressing out.