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Volkswagen Golf Service & Repair Manual: 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  ...

Other materials:

Safety precautions when working on vehicles with Start/Stop system
  WARNING All bolts and nuts must be fully tightened according to specifications before the vehicle is driven on public roads.   WARNING ...

Removing and installing evaporator temperature sensor -G308-, RHD vehicles
Special tools and workshop equipment required     Removal wedge -3409-   Note Only vehicles with air conditioning system; on vehicles with heater, opening in heater ...

Comments concerning test print out
1 -  Check type. 2 -  Battery test result 3 -  Measured voltage 4 -  Measured cold start value of battery. 5 -  ...

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