Passat Wagon V6-2.8L (ATQ) (2000)
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Axle Beam: Service and Repair
Service Notes
Rear axle, assembly
CAUTION:
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Do not attempt to straighten or weld rear axle beam or stub axles.
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Always replace self-locking nuts.
Wheel bolt tightening torque: 120 Nm (89 ft. lbs.)
1. Spring support
2. Wheel speed sensor retainer
3. Wheel speed sensor
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Only on vehicles with ABS
4. Coil spring
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Removing: first remove upper bolt from shock absorber. See: Suspension Strut / Shock Absorber
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Examine for paint damage and correct if necessary
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Different versions.
After installing, ends of spring must lie in area marked, as illustrated:
Arrow A points forward
Arrow B points right
5. Wheel bearing
6. Mounting bracket
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Check and, if necessary, adjust rear axle total toe after installation
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The mounting bracket contact surface is to be clean and free of wax, paint and dirt
7. Nut
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Always replace each time after removing
8. Bolt
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110 Nm (81 ft. lbs.) and turn 90° further
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M 12x15x90
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Always replace each time after removing
9. Bolt
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110 Nm (81 ft. lbs.) and turn 90° further
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M 12x15x60
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Always replace each time after removing
10. Axle beam
