Bonded Rubber Bushings For Sub-Frame, Removing and Installing

2000 Volkswagen Jetta Sedan (9M2) V6-2.8L (AFP)SECTION Bonded Rubber Bushings For Sub-Frame, Removing and Installing

Bonded rubber bushings for subframe, removing and installing
Special Tools and equipment





^ VW 408A Press tool





^ 3347 Tube





^ VW 402 Thrust plate





^ 3256 Counterhold

Removing and installing only possible with subframe removed.





Bonded rubber bushing, pressing out





Bonded rubber bushing, pressing in

NOTE:
^ To aid pressing in use light oil
^ Never use grease!
RENDER: 1.0x

NO RELATED

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.