How to carry out replacement: Strut Mount 1.4 16V Golf 4
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How to change rear strut mount on VW Golf 4 – replacement guide

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This replacement procedure can be used for:
VW Golf IV Hatchback (1J1) 1.9 TDI, VW Golf IV Hatchback (1J1) 1.9 TDI, VW Golf IV Hatchback (1J1) 1.9 SDI, VW Golf IV Hatchback (1J1) 1.4 16V, VW Golf IV Hatchback (1J1) 1.8, VW Golf IV Hatchback (1J1) 1.8 T, VW Golf IV Hatchback (1J1) 2.3 V5, VW Golf IV Hatchback (1J1) 1.9 TDI 4motion, VW Golf IV Hatchback (1J1) 1.8 4motion, VW Golf IV Hatchback (1J1) 2.8 VR6 4motion, VW Golf IV Hatchback (1J1) 2.0, VW Golf IV Hatchback (1J1) 2.3 V5 4motion, VW Golf IV Hatchback (1J1) 1.9 TDI, VW Golf IV Hatchback (1J1) 1.6 16V, VW Golf IV Hatchback (1J1) 1.9 TDI 4motion, VW Golf IV Hatchback (1J1) 1.9 TDI, VW Golf IV Hatchback (1J1) 1.9 TDI 4motion, VW Golf IV Hatchback (1J1) 1.9 TDI, VW Golf IV Hatchback (1J1) 1.9 TDI 4motion, VW Golf IV Hatchback (1J1) 1.6, VW Golf IV Hatchback (1J1) 2.3 V5, VW Golf IV Hatchback (1J1) 2.3 V5 4motion, VW Golf IV Hatchback (1J1) 2.0 4motion, VW Golf IV Hatchback (1J1) 1.9 TDI, VW Golf IV Hatchback (1J1) 1.9 TDI 4motion, VW Golf IV Hatchback (1J1) 1.8 T GTI, VW Golf IV Hatchback (1J1) 1.6 FSI, VW Golf IV Hatchback (1J1) 3.2 R32 4motion … View more

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Tools
Replacement: strut mount – VW Golf 4. Tools you need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Copper grease
Combination spanner #16
Drive socket # 15
Drive socket # 16
Wheel impact socket #17
Ratchet wrench
Torque wrench
Tap wrench
Adjustable wrench
Flat screwdriver
Hydraulic transmission jack
Wheel chock
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Replacement: strut mount – VW Golf 4. AUTODOC experts recommend:
  • The replacement procedure is identical for the mounts of the right and left shock absorbers of the rear suspension.
  • Both mounts of the rear shock struts should be replaced simultaneously.
  • During the installation process, use only new bolts and nuts.
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: strut mount – VW Golf 4. Take the following steps:
  1. Step 1
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    Secure the wheels with chocks.
  2. Step 2
    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts.Use wheel impact socket #17.
    Step 3
    Raise the rear of the car and secure on supports.
    Step 4
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    Replacement: strut mount – VW Golf 4. Tip:
    To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when unscrewing the bolts.
  3. Step 5
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    Remove the wheel.
  4. Step 6
    Clean the shock absorber fasteners.Use a wire brush.Use WD-40 spray.
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    Secure the rear axle beam.Use a hydraulic transmission jack.
  5. Step 8
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    Unscrew the lower fastener of the shock absorber.Use a combination spanner #16.Use a drive socket #16.Use a ratchet wrench.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    VW Golf 4 – To avoid injury, hold the shock absorber while unscrewing the fastening bolts.
  6. Step 9
    Remove the fastening bolt.
    Step 10.1
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    Unscrew the upper fastener of the shock absorber.
    Step 10.2
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    Use a drive socket #16.Use a tap wrench.
  7. Step 11
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    Remove the shock absorber.
  8. Step 12
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    Remove the protective cap of the shock absorber mount. Use a flat screwdriver.
  9. Step 13
    Clean the shock absorber rod fastener.Use a wire brush.Use WD-40 spray.
    Step 14
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    Remove the shock absorber piston rod fastening.Use a drive socket #15.Use a ratchet wrench.Use an adjustable wrench.
  10. Step 15
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    Remove the shock absorber mount, boot and bump stop.
  11. Step 16
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    Install the new mount, boot, and bump stop on the shock absorber.
  12. Step 17
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    Screw the shock strut piston rod upper fastening.Use a drive socket #15.Use an adjustable wrench.Use a torque wrench.Tighten it to 25 Nm torque.
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