New Beetle GL L4-2.0L (AZG) (2002)
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Remove left-side noise insulation (arrows).
Vehicles with TDI engine
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Remove intake air duct between charge air cooler and turbocharger.
Continued for all vehicles
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Remove right-side noise insulation.
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Mark installation position of ball joint bolts on left control arm and remove bolts (arrows).
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Disconnect left-side drive axle from transmission drive flange.
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Pull wheel bearing housing and ball joint out from control arm.
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Swing wheel and suspension strut outward and support.
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Remove right-side inner CV joint protective cover from engine if installed.
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Remove right-side drive axle refer to Drive Axles, Bearings and Joints.
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Remove bolts -1- and -2- and remove transmission support.
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Remove bolts -5- for steering gear.
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For vehicles with TDI engine, remove bolts -6- for exhaust system.
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Place VAG1383A engine/transmission jack with VAG1359/2 under subframe.
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Remove bolts -3- and -4- for subframe.
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Remove connecting link nut -7- from stabilizer bar.