How to Replace Strut & Spring Assembly 1998-2010 Volkswagen Beetle
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This video shows you how to install new reliable TRQ struts in your 1998-2010 Volkswagen Beetle. TRQ Struts are made to fit your vehicle exactly, just like the original part. Struts can wear out as early as 50,000 miles. You should inspect them regularly for leaks or wear. Save time, money, and hassle by replacing an entire strut assembly.
This process should be similar on the following vehicles:
1998 Volkswagen Beetle
1999 Volkswagen Beetle
2000 Volkswagen Beetle
2001 Volkswagen Beetle
2002 Volkswagen Beetle
2003 Volkswagen Beetle
2004 Volkswagen Beetle
2005 Volkswagen Beetle
2006 Volkswagen Beetle
2007 Volkswagen Beetle
2008 Volkswagen Beetle
2009 Volkswagen Beetle
2010 Volkswagen Beetle
Tools you will need:
• Flat Blade Screwdriver 1aau.to/oa8f/1A...
• Phillips Head Screwdriver 1aau.to/oa8f/1A...
• Pry Bar 1aau.to/oLd/1AX...
• 18mm Wrench
• 13mm Socket 1aau.to/obaM/1A...
• 17mm Socket 1aau.to/obaM/1A...
• 18mm Socket 1aau.to/o6F/1AX...
• 19mm Socket 1aau.to/o6F/1AX...
• 21mm Socket 1aau.to/o6F/1AX...
• 30mm 12-Point Socket 1aau.to/oW/1AAS...
• Brake Caliper Hanger 1aau.to/ogZ/1AX...
• Trim Tool Set 1aau.to/oY8/1AX...
• Large Locking Pliers
• Ratchet 1aau.to/obmo/1A...
• Socket Driver
• Socket Extensions 1aau.to/obaM/1A...
• Swivel
• Torque Wrench 1aau.to/oarg/1A...
• Gloves 1aau.to/oGv/1AX...
• Safety Glasses 1aau.to/oAb/1AX...
• 7mm Hex Socket
• Center Punch 1aau.to/oj4/1AX...
• Floor Jack 1aau.to/oTz/1AX...
• Hammer 1aau.to/oNw/1AX...
• Jack Stands 1aau.to/oMX/1AX...
• Pick 1aau.to/oGF/1AX...
• Wheel Chocks
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The placement of the shock on the clamp at the bottom is super important. this video doesn't really show it but there is a thin metal guide that goes into the slot and that has an opening for the bolt. I did it wrong and put it above the bolt. So it bent and went through and destroyed the boot below it. My fix when repairing it was to just put the (new) strut and the clamp together on a bench and then put the assembly in the car already together. Saves a lot of hammering even though it's more weight to put the strut in. I used the jack so that wasn't really hard to do.
Could probably be done without removing disc and hub. If the front of the car is on axle stands and wheel(s) are off, the struts with springs will be extended to their maximum. By placing a jack under the lower arm near to the disc and taking it up a few inches, that will compress the spring and thus making the leg shorter. With a couple of coil spring clamp bars, extended to the maximum and attached opposite sides of the spring then tightened up a bit more, will keep the leg at that length. Then you can remove the jack and knock the hub downwards. It should come off quite easily, but a good soaking with WD-40 prior to starting is recommended. If you grip the central shaft with a pair of mole grips, it will be a good idea to wrap a thick bit of cloth around the shaft first, to prevent any damage. But there's usually a splined or hexagon bit at the top which is provided for the purpose of undoing or doing-up the nuts. Forgot to mention: when fitting new strut, you can shorten it by extending spring clamps fully, then screw them up on opposite sides of the spring then remove once strut is fitted.
+@fintonking7525 We appreciate the feedback. Sometimes there are multiple ways to accomplish the same repair. 1aau.to/m/Shop-TRQ
vielen herzlichen Dank für das gute Video und die genaue Erklärung der Vorgangsweise!!! TOP!!!!
Unbolt the sway bar link, done.
Excellent video. Thank you.
Camera is nicely focused on what is being done.
Not clear if ant body parts from top need removal
to access top of old shocker before removing old strut.
Showing that detail would make it even more clear.
But a great video.
Very informative.Thanks
Good job bud.
If it were on Jack stands with only the front end up, should the parking break be on or off? With the rear wheels chaulked?
I thought my mechanic was ripping me off... nope, this is just a super complex procedure 😂
I would think you would have to get the vehicle aligned is that correct?
+Victor Garcia Yes, an alignment would need to be done after installation.
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How dos vice grips hold the strut still for you I have tried it in 10 different place to hold it still and take off the top nut and and all it does is spine in the grips or kick the grips off the strut
got some monroe struts the top rod keeps turning as i am tightening the shock at the top cant get 40lbs
How do ya get the WIPERS off to get at the TOP of the shock?
Took the 13mm nuts off but they wont pry up? Maybe they rusty. Thx.