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Front Subframe: Description and Operation






Subframe, Securing

Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required

Locating Pins (T10300)

Torque Wrench (V.A.G 1331)

Torque Wrench (V.A.G 1332)

Perform the Following Work:

- Remove the noise insulation below the engine/transmission.

- Unscrew one of the rear bolts of the subframe - arrow -.






- Screw in the (T10300) - 1 -.






- Screw in the (T10300) by hand to the marking - B -.






- Tighten the (T10300) to 30 Nm while counterholding the sleeve at the wrench surfaces using an open-end wrench to prevent it from turning.

- The same procedure must be performed for the second rear bolt of the subframe.

Position of subframe is now secured.

Removal of (T10300) is performed in the reverse order of installation.

Tightening Specifications