General Information
Suspension
Note
The specified values apply to all engine versions.
Front/rear track width only applies to 255/65R18 tires on 8Jx18
rims.
Track widths change when usin
Shock Absorber Leaks
Vehicles with Coil Springs
Shock Absorbers are frequently rejected and exchanged
because of leaks. Examinations on the test stand and on the
vehicle have shown that the replacem
Front Gas-Filled Shock Absorbers, Venting and Draining
Special tools and workshop equipment
required
Hand drill
3 mm diameter drill bit.
6 mm diameter drill bit
Oil collecting container
Protect
Special tools and workshop equipment
required
Torque Wrench 1331 5-50Nm -VAG1331-
Removing
Note
During installation, all cable ties must be installed at the
same location.
Before starting work:
- Versions with coil springs: determine the curb weight
position. Refer to
→ Ch
Overview - Battery
1 - Grommet
For the central venting system hose
2 - Central Venting System Hose
3 - Nut
20 Nm
4 - Ground Wire
With Battery Monitoring Control Module -J367-
Disconnecting and connecting. Refer to
→ Chapter "Battery, Disconn