Volkswagen Golf Service & Repair Manual: Checking swivel joint

Volkswagen Golf Service & Repair Manual / Running gear, axles, steering / Front suspension, drive shafts / Lower suspension link, swivel joint / Checking swivel joint

Checking axial play

–	Firmly pull suspension link down in -direction of arrow- and press up again.

Checking swivel joint

Checking radial play

–	Press lower part of wheel forcefully inwards and outwards in -direction of arrow-.

Note

There should be no palpable or visible “play” during both tests.

Observe swivel joint while performing tests.

Take into account possible existing wheel bearing play or “play” in upper suspension strut mounting.

Check rubber boot for damage and renew swivel joint if necessary.

Checking swivel joint

Removing and installing lower suspension link, vehicle with dual clutch gearbox 0D9

Special tools and workshop equipment required Torque wrench -V.A.G 1332- Removin ...

Removing and installing swivel joint

Special tools and workshop equipment required Ball joint puller -3287 A- Angle wrench -V.A.G 1756- Ring spanner insert -V.A.G ...

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