General information about the rear suspension Golf, Jetta, Scirocco models have a semi-independent rear suspension with a rear axle consisting of two longitudinal tubular arms connected to each other by a transverse torsion...
Wheel bearings Adjustment Raise the rear of the car and remove the hub cap with a screwdriver. If the bearing is correctly adjusted, the thrust washer should move slightly with the screwdriver,...
Replacing shock absorbers The condition of the rear shock absorbers is checked in the same way as described in the previous chapter for the front shock absorbers. Replacement The rear shock absorber is...
Hub trunnion replacement The rear hub trunnion must be replaced if the bearing seating surfaces, threads are damaged, or if it is bent due to a strong impact. Replacement 1. Remove the hub with brake drum...
Rear axle and anti-roll bar In case of wear or destruction of the rubber hinge of the rear axle, the axle mounting bracket is completely replaced. To replace the rubber joint, lift and support the rear of...