How to carry out replacement: Strut Mount 1.9 TDI Golf 1j5
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How to change rear strut mount on VW Golf IV Variant (1J5) – replacement guide

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This replacement procedure can be used for:
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Replacement: strut mount – VW GOLF IV Variant (1J5). List of the tools you'll need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Copper grease
Torque wrench
Combination spanner #16
Drive socket # 16
Wheel impact socket #17
Ratchet wrench
Shock absorber socket #DD6
Vice
Hydraulic transmission jack
Wheel chock
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Replacement: strut mount – VW GOLF IV Variant (1J5). Tip from AUTODOC experts:
  • 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.
  • Be sure to replace all self-locking nuts and bolts during installation.
  • Please note: all work on the car – VW GOLF IV Variant (1J5) – should be done with the engine switched off.
Carry out replacement in the following order:
  1. Step 1
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    Secure the wheels with chocks.
  2. Step 2
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    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
  3. Step 3
    Raise the rear of the car and secure on supports.
    Step 4
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Important! Hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. VW GOLF IV Variant (1J5)
  4. Step 5
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    Remove the wheel.
  5. Step 6
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    Clean the shock absorber fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  6. Step 7
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    Support the rear suspension beam. Use a hydraulic transmission jack.
  7. 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.
  8. Step 9
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    Unscrew the upper fastener of the shock absorber. Use a drive socket #16. Use a ratchet wrench.
  9. Step 10
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    Remove the fastening bolt.
  10. Step 11
    Remove the mounting from under the rear axle beam.
    Replacement: strut mount – VW GOLF IV Variant (1J5). Professionals recommend:
    Lower the hydraulic transmission jack smoothly, without jerks, to avoid damaging assemblies and mechanisms.
    Step 12
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    Remove the shock absorber.
  11. Step 13
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    Remove the protective cap of the shock absorber mount.
  12. Step 14
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    Grip the shock absorber in a vice.
  13. Step 15
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    Clean the shock absorber rod fastener. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  14. Step 16
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    Remove the shock absorber piston rod fastening. Use a drive socket #16. Use a shock absorber socket DD№6. Use a ratchet wrench.
  15. Step 17
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    Remove the shock absorber mount, boot and bump stop.
    Replacement: strut mount – VW GOLF IV Variant (1J5). Tip from AUTODOC:
    Examine the shock absorber dust cap and the bump stop. Replace them if necessary.
  16. Step 18
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    Install the new mount, boot, and bump stop on the shock absorber.
  17. Step 19
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    Tighten the shock absorber rod nut. Use a drive socket #16. Use a shock absorber socket DD№6. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 25 nm torque.
  18. Step 20
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    Treat the shock absorber rod fastener. Use copper grease.
  19. Step 21
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    Release the vice and take out the shock absorber.
  20. Step 22
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    Install the protective cap of the shock absorber mount.
  21. Step 23
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    Clean the shock absorber mounting seats. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
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