Volkswagen Workshop Service and Repair Manuals > Up! > Running gear, axles, steering | Rear suspension, drive shaft | Suspension strut, shock absorber, spring

Removing and installing spring

Special tools and workshop equipment required

t	Suspension strut clamp -V.A.G 1752-

t	Spring retainer -V.A.G 1752/3A-

Carry out the following work:

Removing

–	Raise vehicle.

–	Insert spring tensioner-1-.

1 -	Spring tensioner -V.A.G 1752/1-

2 -	Spring retainer -V.A.G 1752/3A-

WARNING

Ensure that spring is correctly seated in spring retainers -V.A.G 1752/3A--2- (danger of accidents).

–	Compress spring until it can be removed.

Note

Use a spanner or a reversible ratchet handle to compress spring tensioner.

Installing

–	Check that the lower spring plate is not damaged. Renew if necessary.

–	Insert upper spring seat into upper end of spring.

–	The bead of the spring seat -arrow- must lie against the spring correctly.

–	Release tension on spring while locating upper spring seat on lug on body.

–	Remove spring tensioner.

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