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Observe safety precautions.

On this vehicle for example, replacement of the subframe retaining bracket is described for the front left retaining bracket. Work procedure must be transferred to the other 3 retaining brackets accordingly as necessary.

Due to the different types of steel and material strength, use only welding equipment approved by Volkswagen AG to perform any service work.






- Separate the original connection.






- Remove residual material.