Volkswagen Golf Service & Repair Manual: Setting vehicle to initial position for wheel alignment
| If measured values are outside specified tolerances, this
may be because the vehicle is inclined. |
| Right-hand drive vehicles or e.g. vehicles with an automatic
gearbox may lean to one side slightly. |
| This is due to the installation position of the assemblies
and their associated weight transfer and is normal. |
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In such cases it is essential to measure dimension
-a- at the rear on both sides. |
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Correct any differences as required. |
| On the front axle, compensate by adding weights to the top
of the respective suspension turret. |
| On the rear axle, compensate by adding weights to the
respective side of the luggage compartment. |
| Sand-filled sacks (weighing approx. 10 kg) are suitable for
this. |
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These specifications apply to all engines.
Explanations regarding PR numbers
→ Chapter „Vehicle data sticker“.
Front axle
Basic
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Always adhere to the following procedure!
Note
The vehicle must always be in unladen condition when
measuring wheel alignment
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Other materials:
Removing and installing pendulum support
Remove noise insulation
→ General body repairs, exterior; Rep. gr.66.
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Unscrew bolts -1, 2 and 3-, and
remove pendulum support.
Installi ...
Information on the air conditioning system
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings The cooling system for the vehicle interior only works
when the engine is running and the blower is switched on.
The air conditioning system operates most effectively with the windows and the
panorama tilting roof clos ...
Vehicle data sticker
Explanation regarding “PR numbers” on vehicle data sticker
Various types of running gear are installed depending on
engine and equipment level. These are identified by the PR
numbers.
The PR numbers are critical in d ...
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Specified values for wheel alignment, multi-link suspension, Golf
Wheel alignment procedure