Volkswagen Golf Service & Repair Manual: Test preparations, wheel alignment with no driver assist systems

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Test preparations, wheel alignment with no driver assist systems

Special tools and workshop equipment required

Wheel alignment computer -V.A.G 1813F- or VW/Audi-approved wheel alignment units

Brake pedal depressor -V.A.G 1869/2-

Tool insert 18 mm -T10179-

Shock absorber set -T10001-

The existing lateral run-out of the wheel must be compensated for. Otherwise, the result of the measurement will be incorrect.

If run-out compensation is not performed, it is not possible to adjust toe-in correctly!

Please follow the instructions of the manufacturer of the wheel alignment equipment.

–	Carry out wheel runout compensation.

–	Apply brake pedal depressor -V.A.G 1869/2-.

–	Use brake pedal depressor to depress brake pedal.

Preparations required before calibration of driver assist systems

Test prerequisites

Check wheel suspension, wheel bearing assembly and steering for excessive play and damage. Tread depth difference of no more than 2 mm on ...

Test preparations, wheel alignment with driver assist systems

The following steps are required if one or more driver assist systems on the vehicle are to be calibrated via the “Quick-start” procedure (i.e. without first chec ...

Other materials:

Refrigerant pressure and temperature sender -G395
WARNING Danger of freezing injuries. If refrigerant circuit has not been evacuated, refrigerant will escape. The refrigerant must be extracted before removi ...

Assembly overview - suspension strut, shock absorber, spring, torsion beam axle
1 - Bolt Renew after removing 50 Nm +45° 2 - Shock absorber Removing and installing → Chapter Defective shock absorbers must always be degassed and drai ...

Removing and installing engine control unit -J623- (with metal locking plate)
Special tools and workshop equipment required Hot air blower -VAS 1978/14A--1- with nozzle -2- from wiring harness repair set -VAS 1978 B- Small grinder (commerci ...