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Guide to Removing the Rear Axle of the Volkswagen Golf

Model: Volkswagen Golf Golf IV, MK 4, Golf 4 - Years 1997-2003

In this brief guide, you will see the main steps on how to remove and replace the rear axle of the Volkswagen Golf, following the instructions below. First, lift the vehicle and remove the rear wheels; then, disconnect the suspension from the wishbones by undoing the central pins, as illustrated in the video. At this point, use a jack to gently remove the entire rear axle of the vehicle (along with the braking systems); all that remains is to reassemble everything by applying the reverse procedure of disassembly!

Updated on 9 May 2026 by ScegliAuto

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Fuses Location and Diagram for the Volkswagen Crafter

In this guide, we will look at the location of the fuse boxes and how to find their diagram for the Volkswagen Crafter. First, get inside the vehicle and start by removing the plastic cover found under the steering wheel, to access the internal fuse box; you will find another fuse box in the engine compartment by removing the plastic cover located next to the battery. At this point, use the owner's manual to find the fuse diagram, which will allow you to identify and replace any blown fuses with new ones!

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