Rear Subframe: Description and Operation

Subframe, Securing

Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required

• Torque Wrench 5-50 Nm (V.A.G 1331)

• Torque Wrench 40-200 Nm (V.A.G 1332)

• Locating Pins (T40242)

• Engine-/Gearbox Jack (V.A.G 1383 A)

• Tensioning Strap (T10038)

• Universal Transmission Support (V.A.G 1359/2)

Certain repairs on a vehicle require the removal of the subframe or the complete rear axle. The original position of the subframe to the body can be maintained with assistance of the (T40242). The (T40242) must always be installed just before lowering the subframe or the complete rear axle. A road test must be performed after completing repairs. If steering wheel is crooked, vehicle must be aligned. Refer to => [ Vehicle Alignment ] Vehicle Alignment.

- Move the (V.A.G 1383 A) under the subframe and secure it using the (T10038).






- Support the rear final drive - 1 - or the rear subframe with a suitable piece of wood - 2 -.

- Support front of subframe with a suitable block of wood - 4 - under crossmember - 3 -.

- Secure the subframe to the (V.A.G 1383 A) using the (T10038).

- Attach the (T10038) around the subframe.

- Route the (T10038) under the (V.A.G 1359/2) and tighten it.

- Remove the bolts - 1, 2, 3 and 4 - one after the other and install the (T40242).






- Tighten the (T40242) to 20 Nm.

Position of the subframe is now secured.

Remove the (T40242) in reverse order of installation.