New Beetle L5-2.5L (BPS) (2006)
Front Subframe: Service and Repair
Subframe, Stabilizer Bar and Control Arm Assembly Overview
Subframe, Stabilizer Bar and Control Arm Assembly Overview
‹› If it should be necessary to move a vehicle whose drive axle has been removed, before doing so, install an outer joint in place of the drive axle and
tighten it to 50 Nm, or else wheel bearing will be damaged.
‹› Welding and straightening work on supporting or wheel bearing components of the suspension is not permitted.
‹› Always replace self-locking nuts.
‹› Always replace corroded bolts/nuts.
1
Subframe retaining bracket
Caged nut cannot be reworked. If nut is damaged, mount must be replaced as a complete unit.
2
Weld nut in mount
Thread can be repaired using Heli-Coil(R) thread insert when thread of weld nut is damaged.
Repair thread in longitudinal => [ Longitudinal Member Threads, Servicing ] See: Service and Repair/Procedures/Front Suspension.
3
Bonded rubber bushing
‹› Removing and installing => [ Subframe Bonded Rubber Bushings ] See: Front Subframe Mount/Service and Repair.
4
Self-locking nut