How to carry out replacement: Strut Mount 1.8 GTI VW GOLF II (19E, 1G1)
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How to change front strut mount on VW Golf 2 – replacement guide

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How to change front strut mount on VW GOLF 2 [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

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Tools
Replacement: strut mount – VW Golf 2. Tools you might need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Copper grease
Torque wrench
Combination spanner #19
Drive socket # 19
Drive socket # 22
14.5-mm strut nut socket
HEX bit No.H7
Wheel impact socket #17
Ratchet wrench
Crow bar
Hydraulic strut spring compressor
Hydraulic transmission jack
Fender cover
Wheel chock
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Replacement: strut mount – VW Golf 2. Tip from AUTODOC experts:
  • The replacement procedure is identical for the mounts of the left and right shock struts of the front suspension.
  • All mounts of the front shock struts should be replaced simultaneously.
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: strut mount – VW Golf 2. Take the following steps:
  1. Step 1
    How to change Strut Mount on VW GOLF II (19E, 1G1) 1983 - free PDF and video manuals
    Open the bonnet.
  2. Step 2
    How to replace VW GOLF II (19E, 1G1) 1.8 GTI 1984 Strut Mount - step-by-step manuals and video guides
    Use a fender protection cover to prevent damaging paintwork and plastic parts of the car.
  3. Step 3
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    Clean the upper fastener of the suspension strut mount. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  4. Step 4
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    Loosen the upper fastener of the shock strut mount. Use HEX No.H7. Use a drive socket #22. Use a ratchet wrench.
  5. Step 5
    Secure the wheels with chocks.
    Step 6
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    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
  6. Step 7
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    Raise the front of the car and secure on supports.
  7. Step 8
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Warning! To avoid injury, hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. VW Golf 2
  8. Step 9
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    Remove the wheel.
  9. Step 10
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    Detach the brake hose from the shock strut. Use a crowbar.
  10. Step 11
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    Clean the fasteners connecting the shock strut to the steering knuckle. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  11. Step 12
    Replacing Strut Mount on VW GOLF II (19E, 1G1) 1983 1.8 GTI by yourself
    Unscrew the fasteners connecting the suspension strut to the steering knuckle. Use a combination spanner #19. Use a drive socket #19. Use a ratchet wrench.
  12. Step 13
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    Prop up the steering knuckle. Use a hydraulic transmission jack.
  13. Step 14
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    Remove the fastening bolts.
  14. Step 15
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    Disconnect the steering knuckle from the shock absorber strut.
  15. Step 16
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    Unscrew the upper fastener connecting the shock strut to the steering knuckle.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Important! Hold the suspension strut while unscrewing the fastening bolts. VW Golf 2
  16. Step 17
    How to change Strut Mount on VW GOLF II (19E, 1G1) 1983 - free PDF and video manuals
    Remove the suspension strut.
  17. Step 18
    How to replace VW GOLF II (19E, 1G1) 1.8 GTI 1984 Strut Mount - step-by-step manuals and video guides
    Set the shock absorber strut on the spring compressor tool.
    Replacement: strut mount – VW Golf 2. Tip from AUTODOC experts:
    Note that when using a spring compressor, spring coils need to be securely gripped, compressing the spring on the opposite sides.Ensure the correct position of the spring in the retainer.Make sure that the spring coils tightly entered the lock handles.
  18. Step 19
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    Compress the spring.
  19. Step 20
    Changing Strut Mount on VW GOLF II (19E, 1G1) 1.3 Cat 1986 by yourself
    Treat the shock strut rod. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  20. Step 21
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    Remove the strut piston rod nut. Use a 14.5-mm strut nut socket. Use HEX No.H7. Use a ratchet wrench.
  21. Step 22
    How to replace Strut Mount on VW GOLF II (19E, 1G1) 1988: download PDF manuals and video instructions
    Remove the top strut mount.
    Replacement: strut mount – VW Golf 2. AUTODOC recommends:
    Examine the shock absorber dust cap and the bump stop. Replace them if necessary.
  22. Step 23
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    Install a new top shock strut mount.
  23. Step 24
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    Tighten the shock strut piston rod nut. Use a 14.5-mm strut nut socket. Use HEX No.H7. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 40 Nm torque.
    Replacement: strut mount – VW Golf 2. Tip from AUTODOC:
    Check to make sure the spring is positioned correctly. Avoid its misalignment.
  24. Step 25
    Changing of Strut Mount on VW GOLF II (19E, 1G1) 1991 won't be an issue if you follow this illustrated step-by-step guide
    Treat the shock strut rod. Use copper grease.
  25. Step 26
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    Decompress the spring.
  26. Step 27
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    Remove the assembled shock strut.
  27. Step 28
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    Clean the mounting seats of the shock strut. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  28. Step 29
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    Install the shock strut into the wheel arch.
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