How to carry out replacement: Engine Mount 1.2 VW Fox 5z1
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This replacement procedure can be used for:
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The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

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Tools
Replacement: engine mounts – VW FOX (5Z1, 5Z3). List of the tools you'll need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Copper grease
Drive socket # 12
Drive socket # 16
Ratchet wrench
Torque wrench
Phillips screwdriver
Fender cover
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Replacement: engine mounts – VW FOX (5Z1, 5Z3). AUTODOC recommends:
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: engine mounts – VW FOX (5Z1, 5Z3). Use the following procedure:
  1. Step 1
    Open the bonnet.
    Step 2
    Use a fender protection cover to prevent damaging paintwork and plastic parts of the car.
    Step 3
    Lift the car using a jack or place it over an inspection pit.
    Replacement: engine mounts – VW FOX (5Z1, 5Z3). Tip:
    The vehicle must be on even keel, and if it is at an angle, the drain plug must be at the lowest point.
    Step 4
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    Unscrew the fasteners of the lower sound insulation. Use a drive socket #12. Use a Phillips screwdriver.
  2. Step 5
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    Remove the lower sound insulation.
  3. Step 6
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    Clean the engine mount fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  4. Step 7
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    Unscrew the fastener connecting the engine mount to the gearbox housing. Use a drive socket #16. Use a ratchet wrench.
  5. Step 8
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    Unscrew the engine mount fastener that connects it to the subframe. Use a drive socket #16. Use a ratchet wrench.
  6. Step 9
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    Remove the engine mount.
    Replacement: engine mounts – VW FOX (5Z1, 5Z3). AUTODOC experts recommend:
    Carefully check the other engine mounts and replace them if necessary.
  7. Step 10
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    Install the engine mount to its mounting seat.
  8. Step 11
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    Screw in the engine mount fastener that connects it to the subframe. Use a drive socket #16.
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