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Volkswagen Jetta - Video tutorial

Model: Volkswagen Jetta A3, MK 3 - Years 1991-1998
Part: Shock absorbers
Operation: How to replace the front shock absorbers

To replace the front shock absorbers you must first remove the wheels and then you must lift the car respecting all safety regulations. Remove the ABS cable from the holders around the shock absorber. Unscrew the brake hose holder. Now unscrew the two lower screws that secure the shock absorber to the wheel. To completely extract the spring-shock absorber unit, unscrew the screw of the upper support inside the engine compartment that you have previously loosened. Now to remove the shock absorber you will have to compress the spring with all the necessary precautions. Then remove the shock absorber keeping in mind the position of each single component. Always check that the spare part is the same as the one just disassembled. Insert the stop buffer, the dust cover and insert the new shock absorber inside the spring, checking the correct position of the spring on the plate. Release the spring. Collect the supports for the ABS cable. Reinstall the spring-shock absorber assembly following the reference marks you made earlier with the help of the special indicator applied to the wheel hub. Refit the wheel. Tighten the nut of the upper support. Car model: VW Jetta Year: 1998 Tools required: 10-18mm socket wrenches, jack or lift, spring-compressing tool, air screwdriver,


Posted on 3 August 2023 by ScegliAuto



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