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Note:
On vehicles with headlight range control, the linkage for the headlight
range control must be disconnected to remove the rear axle or lower
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. - Attach VAG1752/1 spring compressor and spring holder with
VAG1752/3 adaptor and protective linings at second and next to last
coils of coil spring.
- Compress coil spring.
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CAUTION!
Be careful not to damage the edge of the wheelhousing. - While coil spring is still compressed, remove bolts (arrows) from
suspension strut mounting bracket.
- Swivel suspension strut outward at top and relieve coil spring tension.
- Using above procedure, remove suspension strut from opposite side.
- Remove exhaust system bracket from rear final drive.
CAUTION!
Be careful not to damage the fuel tank. - Support final drive using VAG1383A engine/transmission lifter and
VAG1359/2 universal mount.
- Secure rear final drive with strap.
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