Passat Sedan V6-2792cc 2.8L DOHC (AAA) SFI (1997)
Suspension Strut / Shock Absorber: Service and Repair
Front Suspension
Replacement
NOTE: Directly below the component legend are the Fig. numbers. Please refer to these for information regarding removal and installation instructions.
1
Shock Absorber
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Can be replaced individually
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Check shock absorber for leaks and noises
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After replacing adjust camber and toe, refer to Alignment. See: Alignment/Service and Repair
2
Buffer Stop
3
Protective Sleeve
4
Coil Spring
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Removing and installing, refer to Fig. 2
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Observe color coding
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Outer surface of spring must not be damaged
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Is slightly curved
5
Spring Plate
6
Axial Bearing
7
Hex Nut
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Tighten to: 60 Nm (44 ft. lbs.)
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Loosening and tightening, refer to Fig. 2
8
Suspension Strut Mounting
9
Stop
10
Self-Locking Hex Nut
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Tighten to: 60 Nm (44 ft. lbs.)
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Loosening and tightening, refer to Fig. 1