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Service Workshop Manual León 2013 ➤ León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering Edition 06.2018 Service Department. Technical Information...
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Service List of Workshop Manual Repair Groups R e p a i r G r o u p 00 - Technical data 40 - Front suspension 42 - Rear suspension 43 - Self-levelling suspension 44 - Wheels, tyres, vehicle geometry 48 - Steering Technical information should always be available to the foremen and mechanics, because their careful and constant adherence to the instructions is essential to ensure vehicle road-worthiness and...
León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 00 – Technical data Safety instructions (ERL003798; Edition 06.2018) ⇒ “1.1 Safety precautions when working on vehicles with a start/ stop system”, page 1 ⇒ “1.2 Safety precautions when working on a high-voltage sys‐ tem”, page 1 ⇒...
León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Never support tools on high-voltage cables or connectors. – Never bend high-voltage cables tightly or kink them. – Always connect high-voltage connectors according to coding. Safety precautions when working in the vicinity of high-voltage components Danger to life due to high voltage The high voltage system carries high voltage.
León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 Checking shock absorbers when re‐ moved Defective shock absorbers can be identified by loud rumbling noises when driving, caused by wheel hopping, especially on bad roads.
León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 Gaskets, seals ♦ Always renew oil seals and seals. ♦ Check contact surface on housing or shafts for burrs and dam‐ age after removing the seals, and repair as required. ♦...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 ♦ Engine and gearbox jack - VAS 6931- ♦ Tensioning strap - T10038- ♦ Mounting - T10149- Caution All bolts on running gear components with bonded rubber bushes may be tightened only when the component is in the unladen position (normal position).
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 Before raising wheel unit, secure vehicle to arms of lifting platform using tensioning straps - T10038- . WARNING If the vehicle is not strapped down, there is a danger that the vehicle will slip off the lifting platform/hoist.
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 2.8.2 Raising wheel bearing assembly to un‐ laden position (vehicles with coil springs), rear axle Special tools and workshop equipment required ♦ Engine and gearbox jack - VAS 6931- ♦...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 Caution All bolts on running gear components with bonded rubber bushes may be tightened only when the component is in the unladen position (normal position). The bonded metal-rubber bushes have a limited torsion mar‐...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 Respective nuts and bolts may be tightened only when dimension -a- between the centre of wheel hub and edge of wheel housing has been attained. Note This measurement must be taken with the suspension in the un‐...
♦ Renew damaged parts. ♦ Align the vehicle axles using a wheel alignment unit authorised by SEAT. Visual and functional check of wheels and tyres ♦ Check for true running and imbalance. ♦ Check tyres for cuts and impact damage in tread and on flanks.
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 Entire vehicle Also check other vehicle systems such as: ♦ Brake system including ABS ♦ Visual and functional examination of exhaust system and pas‐ senger protection Specifications for testing and adjusting can be found in the re‐...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 Removing Note The subframe is removed together with the suspension links. – Remove wheels. – Remove lower noise insulation ⇒ General body repairs, ex‐ terior installation; Rep. gr. 66 ; Noise insulation; Assembly overview - Noise insulation .
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Remove nuts -arrows- on both sides of vehicle. – Remove nut -1- from coupling rod -3- (left and right sides). – Pull out coupling rod -3- from anti-roll bar -2- on left and right side.
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Remove bolts -1- for steering box. – Prise steering box out of dowel sleeves of subframe. – Position engine and gearbox jack - VAS 6931- -1- under sub‐ frame –...
León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 Note Tighten nuts -arrows- in unladen state ⇒ page 5 – On vehicles with vehicle level sender, carry out basic setting ⇒ Vehicle diagnostic tester. Specified torques ♦...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 ♦ Torque wrench - V.A.G 1332- Removing – To prevent unintentional turning, secure steering wheel in straight-ahead position with adhesive tape -arrow-. Note Only use adhesive tape that can be completely removed af‐ ♦...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Unscrew bolt -1- from universal joint -2- and pull off universal joint in -direction of arrow-. Caution The following work must not be performed while the universal joint is separated from the electromechanical steering rack: ♦...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Remove bolts -1- for pendulum support. – Remove nuts -arrows- on both sides of vehicle. – Pull swivel joint out of suspension link. – Remove nut -1- from coupling rod -3- (left and right sides). –...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 Vehicles with vehicle level senders – Disconnect connector -1- on front left vehicle level sender - G78- and/or front right vehicle level sender - G289- , as applicable.
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Unscrew bolts -arrows- and remove heat shield -1- from steer‐ ing box. Note Different heat shields -1- are installed depending on the engine. On some engines it is possible to access the connectors for the steering rack without removing the heat shield.
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Secure subframe to engine and gearbox jack - VAS 6931- with the appropriate strap. Installing Installation is carried out in reverse order, noting the following: –...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 2.3.2 Removing and installing subframe with steering rack, right-hand drive vehicle Special tools and workshop equipment required ♦ Ball joint puller - T10187- ♦ Torque wrench - V.A.G 1332- Removing –...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 Continuation for all vehicles – Unscrew bolt -1-. – Press foot rest -2- upwards in -direction of arrow- and remove – Fold floor covering to the rear. –...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 Continuation for all vehicles – Detach exhaust system bracket from subframe -arrows-. – Remove bolts -1- for pendulum support. – Remove nut -1- from coupling rod -3- (left and right sides). –...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Using ball joint puller - T10187- -1-, press track rod ball joint off wheel bearing housing, and unscrew nut. Caution Leave nut screwed several turns onto track rod ball joint shank to protect thread.
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Position engine and gearbox jack - VAS 6931- -1- under sub‐ frame – Fixing subframe ⇒ page 47 and lowering approx. 10 cm. – Disconnect connectors -1- and -2- from steering rack. –...
León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Secure subframe to engine and gearbox jack - VAS 6931- with the appropriate strap. Installing Installation is carried out in reverse order, noting the following: –...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 Special tools and workshop equipment required ♦ Assembly tool - T10205- ♦ Torque wrench - V.A.G 1332- ♦ Hydraulic press - VAS 6178- ♦ Air hydraulic foot pump - VAS 6179- ♦...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 ♦ Press tool - VW 412- Renewing bonded rubber bushes for pendulum support – If fitted, remove front noise insulation ⇒ General body repairs, exterior; Rep. gr. 66 ; Noise insulation; Assembly overview - noise insulation .
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 1 - Thrust piece for removal - VAS 6779-1- 2 - Pipe - VAS 6779-4- 3 - Pressure element - VAS 6779-5- 4 - Hydraulic press - VAS 6178- and thrust piece - T10205/13- 5 - Hexagonal nut - VAS 6779-3- 6 - Threaded spindle - VAS 6779-2- Rep.
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Press out both bonded rubber bushes until upper bonded rub‐ ber bush -2- is visible in pendulum support opening -arrow- in subframe. – Visually inspect outer ring of upper bonded rubber bush -2-. •...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Press in bonded rubber bush -3- in tube - VAS 6779/6- to stop, as illustrated. Press tool - VW 412- Thrust piece - VAS 6779/5- , the side with the lettering »A« must face upwards.
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 1 - Retainer (Counterhold) - VAS 6779/7- 2 - Tube - VAS 6779/6- , -arrow mark- on tube must align centrally between both bolts -arrow-. 3 - Thrust piece - VAS 6779/9- 4 - Stepped ring - VAS 6779/8- ;...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 Continuation for all vehicles – Detach exhaust system bracket from subframe -arrows-. – Remove bolts -1- for pendulum support. – Remove nut -1- from coupling rod -3- (left and right sides). –...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 Vehicles with vehicle level senders – Disconnect connector -1- on front left vehicle level sender - G78- and/or front right vehicle level sender - G289- , as applicable.
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Remove bolts -1- for anti-roll bar. – Remove bolts -1- for steering box. – Prise steering box out of dowel sleeves of subframe. – Position engine and gearbox jack - VAS 6931- -1- under sub‐ frame –...
León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Remove nut -1- from coupling rod -3-. – Pull coupling rod -3- out of anti-roll bar -2-. Installing Installation is carried out in reverse order, noting the following: •...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 ♦ Engine and gearbox jack - VAS 6931- ♦ Torque wrench - V.A.G 1332- – If fitted, remove front noise insulation ⇒ General body repairs, exterior;...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 • To fix position of subframe, locating pins - T10486/1- must be screwed one after the other into positions -3-, -5-, -7- and -8-. Note The locating pins - T10486/1- must NOT be tightened to more than 20 Nm, otherwise the threads of the locating pin will be dam‐...
León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Unscrew bolt -8-. – Insert locating pins - T10486/1- -1- and tighten to 20 Nm. – Unscrew bolt -7-. – Insert locating pins - T10486/1- and tighten to 20 Nm. •...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 ♦ Engine and gearbox jack - VAS 6931- ♦ Torque wrench - V.A.G 1332- Removing – Turn steering wheel to straight-ahead position and remove ig‐ nition key so that the steering lock engages.
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 For left-hand drive models only – Unscrew bolt -1- and fold footwell trim -2- in -direction of arrow- towards vehicle interior. For right-hand drive models only –...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 For vehicles with natural gas engines – Detach natural gas line -1- from clip -arrow-. Continuation for all vehicles – Detach exhaust system bracket from subframe -arrows-. –...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 Vehicles with vehicle level senders – Disconnect connector -1- on front left vehicle level sender - G78- and/or front right vehicle level sender - G289- , as applicable.
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Replace the seal -1-. – Slide seal -1- over collar of steering rack -2- so that rubber lip makes contacts with collar all round -arrows-. –...
León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 12 - Body - front 13 - Bolt ❑ Always renew after removing ❑ 15 Nm +90° 14 - Cover Removing and installing suspension strut Special tools and workshop equipment required ♦...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 ♦ Mounting - T10149- ♦ Puller - T10520- Removing – Loosen drive shaft bolt at wheel hub ⇒ page 120 Caution Wheel bearings must not be subjected to load after loosening bolt securing drive shaft at wheel hub.
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Unscrew nut -arrow- and pull coupling rod -1- out from sus‐ pension strut. – Detach wire for ABS speed sensor from suspension strut. Vehicles with vehicle level senders –...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 Using press tool - T10520- : – To be able to press out the drive shaft -3-, secure press tool - T10520- -1- to the wheel hub -2- using 3 wheel bolts. –...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 Continuation for all vehicles – Insert a screwdriver -1- into brake disc between brake caliper and brake carrier. – Fasten the engine and gearbox jack - VAS 6931- to the support - T10149- -2- with the aid of a wheelbolt on the wheel hub.
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Lower wheel bearing housing -1- in direction of -arrow- using engine and gearbox jack - VAS 6931- . – Lower wheel bearing housing -1- until shock absorber is hang‐ ing free -arrow-.
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Insert suspension strut and bolt bolts -1- to body. – Position engine and gearbox jack - VAS 6931- under support - T10149- and secure wheel bearing housing. –...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Lower wheel bearing housing -1- in direction of -arrow- using engine and gearbox jack - VAS 6931- . – Press wheel bearing housing upwards using engine and gear‐ box jack - VAS 6931- thus nearing the suspension strut.
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 ♦ Suspension strut clamp - V.A.G 1752- ♦ Commercially available ratchet Operation process – Remove coil spring strut ⇒ page 58 Removing spring – Clamp suspension strut support clamp - V.A.G 1752/20- -4- in a vice.
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 Installing spring – Insert spring seat -1- into shock absorber -2-. – Fit coil spring -3- with spring compressor - V.A.G 1752/1- onto lower spring seat.
León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 11 - Subframe Removing and installing lower suspen‐ sion link ⇒ “4.2.1 Removing and installing lower suspension link, vehicle with manual gearbox or dual clutch gearbox 0CW”, page 69 ⇒...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 Continuation for all vehicles – Unscrew nuts -arrows-. – Pull suspension link out of swivel joint and turn wheel bearing housing to outside to relieve suspension link. –...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 Tighten bolts -arrows-. Counterhold at rear bolt on nut at top while doing so. Note Use new bolts and nut! ♦ Tighten nuts and bolts -arrows- in unladen state ⇒...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Detach exhaust system bracket from subframe -arrows-. – Press the engine support - T10533- fully together to as short a length as possible. – Screw the engine support - T10533- -2- under large angle -arrow- onto the gearbox.
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Swivel suspension link -1- to rear and pull out of subframe in -direction of arrow-. Installing Installation is carried out in the reverse order. During this step, observe the following: –...
León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Install exhaust system bracket on the subframe -arrows-. Perform further installation in reverse order, paying attention to the following: Note The lever of the vehicle level sender must point towards the ♦...
León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 Radial play: checking – Press lower part of wheel forcefully inwards and outwards in -direction of arrow-. Note There should be no palpable or visible “play” during both tests. ♦...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 Special tools and workshop equipment required ♦ Puller - T10520- Removing – Loosen drive shaft bolt at wheel hub ⇒ page 120 Caution Wheel bearings must not be subjected to load after loosening bolt securing drive shaft at wheel hub.
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 Continuation for all vehicles – Unscrew nuts -arrows-. – Pull drive shaft slightly out of wheel hub. If the drive shaft cannot be pulled out of the wheel bearing by hand, use press tool - T10520- .
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – It is essential to follow specified sequence. I - Tighten knurled nut -1- hand-tight. II - Turn only bolt -2- using a spanner in order to press out drive shaft with press tool - T10520- .
León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Tighten nuts -arrows-. Note The lever of the vehicle level sender must point towards the ♦ outside of the vehicle. Thread of vehicle level sender must be screwed into outer hole ♦...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 Pressing out bonded rubber bush – Press out bonded rubber bush as shown. Press tool - VW 411- Tube - T10219/1- (the cut-out must face the suspension link) Tightening plate - VW 402- Insert the bonded rubber bush –...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Press bush back slightly in the suspension link. Press tool - VW 412- Pipe - T10219/1- Tightening plate - VW 402- The dimensions -a- and -b- must be the same. –...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 Pressing out bonded rubber bush – Press out bonded rubber bush as shown. Press tool - VW 411- Assembly tool - 3348- Wishbone Tube for wheel bearing - 3345- Tightening plate - VW 401- Installation position of bonded rubber bushes •...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 Grease bonded rubber bush: The kidney-shaped area -1- of the rubber bush must be greased. – To do this, apply grease from the upper side of the kidney- shaped area -1-.
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 ♦ Engine and gearbox jack - VAS 6931- ♦ Rotation angle spanner - V.A.G 1756- ♦ Puller - T10520- Removing – Remove bolt for drive shaft ⇒...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 Caution Wheel bearings must not be subjected to load after loosening bolt securing drive shaft at wheel hub. If they have to support the weight of the vehicle they will be damages and their service life will be reduced.
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 Vehicles with vehicle level senders – Remove nut -1-. – Pull bracket -2- for front left vehicle level sender - G78- and/or for front right vehicle level sender - G289- out of suspension link -3-, as applicable Continuation for all vehicles –...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – It is essential to follow specified sequence. I - Tighten knurled nut -1- hand-tight. II - Turn only bolt -2- using a spanner in order to press out drive shaft with press tool - T10520- .
León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Tighten nuts -arrows-. Note The lever of the vehicle level sender must point towards the ♦ outside of the vehicle. Thread of vehicle level sender must be screwed into outer hole ♦...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 Caution Wheel bearings must not be subjected to load after loosening bolt securing drive shaft at wheel hub. If they have to support the weight of the vehicle they will be damages and their service life will be reduced.
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Remove bolts -arrows-. – Take wheel bearing unit out of wheel bearing housing. Caution • Avoid dirtying or damaging the seal when picking up, lay‐ ing down or storing the wheel bearing.
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Tighten nuts -arrows-. Note The lever of the vehicle level sender must point towards the ♦ outside of the vehicle. Thread of vehicle level sender must be screwed into outer hole ♦...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 ♦ Puller - T10520- Caution When removing and installing drive shafts, do not allow them to hang free and stop against joints due to over bending. Removing –...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 Vehicles with vehicle level senders – Remove nut -1-. – Pull bracket -2- for front left vehicle level sender - G78- and/or for front right vehicle level sender - G289- out of suspension link -3-, as applicable Continuation for all vehicles –...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 Using press tool - T10520- : – To be able to press out the drive shaft -3-, secure press tool - T10520- -1- to the wheel hub -2- using 3 wheel bolts. –...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Tighten nuts -arrows-. Note Lever on vehicle level sender must face towards outside of ♦ vehicle. Thread of vehicle level sender must be screwed into outer hole ♦...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 ♦ Puller - T10520- Caution When removing and installing drive shafts, do not allow them to hang free and stop against joints due to over bending. Removing –...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 Vehicles with vehicle level senders – Remove nut -1-. – Pull bracket -2- for front left vehicle level sender - G78- and/or for front right vehicle level sender - G289- out of suspension link -3-, as applicable Continuation for all vehicles –...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 Using press tool - T10520- : – To be able to press out the drive shaft -3-, secure press tool - T10520- -1- to the wheel hub -2- using 3 wheel bolts. –...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Tighten nuts -arrows-. Note The lever of the vehicle level sender must point towards the ♦ outside of the vehicle. Thread of vehicle level sender must be screwed into outer hole ♦...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 Special tools and workshop equipment required ♦ Wedge (aluminium) - T10161- ♦ Puller - T10520- ♦ Torque wrench - V.A.G 1332- Caution When removing and installing drive shafts, do not allow them to hang free and stop against joints due to over bending.
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 Caution Wheel bearings must not be subjected to load after loosening bolt securing drive shaft at wheel hub. If they have to support the weight of the vehicle they will be damages and their service life will be reduced.
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Unscrew nuts -arrows-. – Pull wheel bearing housing with swivel joint out of suspension link. – Remove the drive shaft from the wheel hub and fasten to the bodywork.
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Insert wedge - T10161- -1- between gearbox housing and tri‐ ple roller joint. – Press inner joint out of gearbox by striking wedge - T10161- with a rubber hammer.
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Tighten nuts -arrows-. Note Ensure that boot is not damaged or twisted. Note ♦ The lever of the vehicle level sender must point towards the outside of the vehicle.
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 ♦ Puller - T10520- Caution When removing and installing drive shafts, do not allow them to hang free and stop against joints due to over bending. Removing –...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 Vehicles with vehicle level senders – Remove nut -1-. – Pull bracket -2- for front left vehicle level sender - G78- and/or for front right vehicle level sender - G289- out of suspension link -3-, as applicable Continuation for all vehicles –...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – It is essential to follow specified sequence. I - Tighten knurled nut -1- hand-tight. II - Turn only bolt -2- using a spanner in order to press out drive shaft with press tool - T10520- .
León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Bolt swivel joint to suspension link -arrows-. Note Ensure that boot is not damaged or twisted. – Fit inner joint of drive shaft in position and pre-tighten bolts in diagonal sequence to 10 Nm.
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 ♦ Socket, AF 24 - T10361 A- ♦ Digital Torque wrench - VAG 1756A- Caution Wheel bearings must not be subjected to load after loosening bolt securing drive shaft at wheel hub.
León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Remove bolt -arrow-. Tighten outer bolt on drive shaft. – Renew outer bolt for drive shaft. Note It must be ensured that the wheels do not yet touch the floor when the drive shaft is being tightened.
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 ♦ Puller - T10382- Removing the dustguard for exterior constant velocity joint – Clamp drive shaft in vice using protective jaw covers. – Push the dust guard backwards. –...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 Pressing off inner constant velocity joint Assembling Installation position of the plate spring on the joint Dished spring Pressing on inner constant velocity joint Note Chamfer on internal circumference of ball hub (splines) must face contact shoulder on drive shaft.
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 Tighten clamp on outer joint – Apply clamp tensioner - V.A.G 1682- as illustrated. Ensure jaws of tensioner lie in corners -arrows B- of ear on O-type clip. –...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 ♦ Puller - T10382- Removing the dustguard for exterior constant velocity joint – Clamp drive shaft in vice using protective jaw covers. – Push the dust guard backwards. –...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Press triple roller star off drive shaft. – Pull boot off shaft. – Clean shaft, joint body and groove for seal. Assembling triple roller joint –...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Install clip. Note Clamping lug of clamp -arrow A- must be located between secur‐ ing flanges of joint body -arrows B-. This is the only way of assuring that the multi-point socket head bolts can be guided cor‐...
León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 Tightening clamp on small diameter of inner/outer joint Checking outer constant velocity joint The joint is to be dismantled to renew the grease if it is heavily soiled, or to check the running surfaces of the balls for wear and damage.
León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Swing segment of hub into square cage window. – Remove the hub from the cage. The six balls for each joint belong to a tolerance group. Check stub axle, hub, cage and balls for small indentations (pitting) and traces of seizing.
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Insert hub into cage via the two chamfers. The hub can be installed in any position. Press balls into cage. The ball hub has two different distances between the ball tracks: a smaller one and a larger one.
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Remove rear silencer of exhaust system ⇒ Rep. gr. 26 ; Ex‐ haust pipes/silencers; Assembly overview - silencers . Vehicles with vehicle level senders –...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Unscrew rear right bolt of subframe -arrow-. – Screw spindle - 3346/2- into thread of longitudinal member using thrust piece of assembly tool - 3301- and nut - 3346/3- . -3346/2- Spindle Subframe Thrust piece from assembly tool - 3301-...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 ♦ Torque wrench - V.A.G 1332- ♦ Engine and gearbox jack - VAS 6931- Lowering subframe with attachments – Remove rear wheels. – Unbolt brake calipers on both sides of vehicle and suspend from body.
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Pull out retaining clip -1- on both sides of vehicle. – Move brake line clear of retainer. Note Do not open brake line. – Detach propshaft from rear final drive and secure ⇒ Propshaft and rear final drive;...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Remove right and left brake calipers and hang on the body with wire ⇒ Brake system; Rep. gr. 46 ; Rear brake; Assembly overview - rear brake . Vehicles with electrical parking brake –...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 Engine and gearbox jack - VAS 6931- – Unclip electrical wiring -2- at mounting bracket -1- and axle beam and move clear. – Mark positions of bolts -arrows- on mounting bracket -1- on left and right sides of vehicle and remove them.
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 ♦ Tensioning strap - T10038- ♦ Torque wrench - V.A.G 1332- Removing subframe with attachments – Remove rear wheels. – Unplug electrical connector -1- from ABS speed sensor on both sides and move clear.
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – First pull handbrake cable -1- off locking lugs, then pull com‐ pletely out of bracket -2-. – Detach electrical wiring harness from retainers -arrows- and move clear.
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Unclip electrical wire -2- on mounting bracket -1- and move clear. – Mark installation position of mounting bracket -1- on body. – Remove bolts -arrows-. –...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 1.3.3 Removing and installing rear axle, multi- link suspension, four-wheel drive Special tools and workshop equipment required ♦ Tensioning strap - T10038- ♦ Torque wrench - V.A.G 1332- Removing subframe with attachments –...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – First pull handbrake cable -1- off locking lugs, then pull com‐ pletely out of bracket -2-. – Detach electrical wiring harness from retainers -arrows- and move clear.
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Remove bolts -arrows-. – Lower subframe with attachments about 20 mm. – Disconnect connector on all-wheel drive coupling above final drive. – Carefully lower subframe with attachments 30 mm further. Note When lowering, ensure sufficient clearance of brake lines, elec‐...
León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 Removing and installing shield for rear axle Removing – Remove nuts -1-. – Pull off shield -2- downwards from subframe and, at the same time, detach at top -arrow-. Installing –...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 ♦ Engine and gearbox jack - VAS 6931- ♦ Air hydraulic foot pump - VAS 6179- ♦ Hydraulic press - VAS 6178- with press attachment - 10205/13- Modifying tube - T10495/2- Caution...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 Vehicles with vehicle level senders – Release and pull off connector -1- on rear left vehicle level sender - G76- . – Detach wire -2- from clip -arrow-. –...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Use tensioning straps - T10038- to strap vehicle to support beams of lifting platform on both sides. WARNING If the vehicle is not strapped down, it may slip off the lifting platform! –...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 Installing – Note correct position of bonded rubber bush -1- relative to axle beam -2-. Lug -arrow A- on bonded rubber bush -1- must point towards notch -arrow B- on axle beam -2-.
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Before pressing in bonded rubber bush, make sure that mark‐ ing on bush is in line with marking on axle beam. – Press bonded rubber bush in to stop. –...
León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 Assembly overview - add-on parts for subframe 1 - Trim upholstery ❑ Removing and installing ⇒ page 158 ❑ When installing, the shield must be attached to the subframe ⇒...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 ♦ Locking device - T10096- ♦ Engine and gearbox jack - VAS 6931- ♦ Rear axle support - T10552- Preparing rear axle support - T10552- –...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Turn support - T10552/2- -2- in such a way that hollow points perpendicular to the direction of travel. – Set dimension -b-. b - 330 mm Tighten bolt -arrow- to 30 Nm.
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Tighten bolt -arrow- to 30 Nm. – Position rear axle support - T10552- -1- with engine and gear‐ box jack - VAS 6931- -5- under rear axle and jack up. –...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 Installing locating pins - T10096- – Unscrew bolt -1- on left and right. • To fix position of subframe, locating pins - T10096- must be screwed in successively at positions -2- and -3- on both sides of vehicle.
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 ♦ Engine and gearbox jack - VAS 6931- ♦ Rear axle support - T10552- Preparing rear axle support - T10552- – Loosen bolts -arrows- and set dimension -a-. a - 250 mm Tighten bolts -arrow-.
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Loosen mounting pins - T10552/1- -3- at bottom on both sides. – Set dimension -c-. c - 47 mm – Turn threaded sleeve of mounting pins - T10552/1- -3- on both sides to set dimension -d-.
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Insert mounting pins - T10552/1- -2- in holes of rear axle -arrows A-. – Secure support - T10552/2- -3- on rear axle using tensioning strap -4-.
León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Screw in locating pins - T10096- -1-. Note The locating pins - T10096- must not be tightened to more than 20 Nm, otherwise the threads of the locating pins will be dam‐ aged.
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 ♦ Assembly tool - T10263- ♦ Assembly tool - T10356- ♦ Hydraulic press - VAS 6178- and thrust piece - T10205/13- ♦ Air hydraulic foot pump - VAS 6179- ♦...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Pull out retaining clip -1- on both sides of vehicle. Note Do not open brake line. – Use tensioning straps - T10038- to strap vehicle to support beams of lifting platform on both sides.
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Unclip brake line -1- from clip -arrow- on left side. Note The clip will be destroyed and must be renewed. – Set up special tools as shown in illustration. 1 - Hexagonal nut - T10263/5- 2 - Thrust piece - T10356/1- 3 - Subframe...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 6 - Hydraulic press - VAS 6178- and thrust piece - T10205/13- 7 - Hexagonal nut - T10263/5- 8 - Threaded spindle - T10263/4- – Take up play in special tools. –...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 1 - Hexagonal nut - T10263/5- 2 - Thrust piece - T10356/7- - the marking -A- faces towards sub‐ frame 3 - Subframe 4 - Align bonded rubber bush on mark, made for this purpose (the marks must align with one another) 5 - Thrust piece - T10356/8- - the flattened sides must engage in cover of bonded rubber bush -arrows-.
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 Note Ensure that the hose from the hydraulic cylinder - VAS 6178- ♦ to the foot pump - VAS 6179- is routed between the trailing arm and the fuel tank while pressing in the bonded rubber bush.
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Pull out retaining clip -1- on both sides of vehicle. Note Do not open brake line. – Use tensioning straps - T10038- to strap vehicle to support beams of lifting platform on both sides.
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Unclip brake line -1- from clip -arrow- on left side. Note The clip will be destroyed and must be renewed. – Set up special tools as shown in illustration. 1 - Hexagonal nut - T10263/5- 2 - Thrust piece - T10356/5- 3 - Subframe...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 6 - Hydraulic press - VAS 6178- and thrust piece - T10205/13- 7 - Hexagonal nut - T10263/5- 8 - Threaded spindle - T10263/4- – Take up play in special tools. –...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 1 - Hexagonal nut - T10263/5- 2 - Thrust piece - T10356/7- - the marking -B- faces towards sub‐ frame 3 - Subframe 4 - Align bonded rubber bush on mark, made for this purpose (the marks must align with one another) 5 - Thrust piece - T10356/8- - the flattened sides must engage in cover of bonded rubber bush -arrows-.
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 Note Ensure that the bonded rubber bush does not cant at the start of the pressing action. Otherwise, the outer ring could be damaged. – Operate pump to press bonded rubber bush in until collar lies »flush«...
León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 Note The following steps are described for the left side of the vehicle. The procedure for the right side of the vehicle is identical. – Remove the coil springs ⇒...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 Special tools and workshop equipment required ♦ Torque wrench - V.A.G 1331- ♦ Tensioning strap - T10038- ♦ Engine and gearbox jack - VAS 6931- Removing –...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 Vehicles with stone deflector – Remove spreader rivets -1-. – Remove bolts -2- for stone guard -3-. Continuation for all vehicles – Position engine and gearbox jack - VAS 6931- under trans‐ verse link.
León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 ❑ Do not turn more than 90° to the left or to the right (that is, from the permitted minimum adjustment range to the maximum) 18 - Eccentric washer ❑...
León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Use felt-tip pen or similar to mark position of eccentric bolt -2- in relation to subframe. – Unscrew the nut -1- and extract the bolt -2-. –...
❑ Defective shock absorb‐ ers must always be de‐ gassed and drained be‐ fore disposal ⇒ page 15 3 - Upper spring seat ❑ Fit on “lug” on body. 4 - Spring ❑ Removing and installing ⇒ page 215 5 - Clamping ring ❑...
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❑ Defective shock absorb‐ ers must always be de‐ gassed and drained be‐ fore disposal ⇒ page 15 3 - Upper spring seat ❑ Fit on “lug” on body. 4 - Spring ❑ Removing and installing ⇒ page 215 5 - Clip ❑...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Remove rear wheel housing liner ⇒ General body repairs, exterior; Rep. gr. 66 ; Wheel housing liner; Removing and installing rear wheel housing liner . Vehicles with vehicle level senders –...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Unscrew bolt -1-. – Remove shock absorber. Installing Install in reverse order of removal. During this step, observe the following: – On vehicles with vehicle level sender, carry out basic setting ⇒...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 ♦ Spring retainer - V.A.G 1752/3A- ♦ Adapter - V.A.G 1752/9- , not illustrated Special tools and workshop equipment required ♦ Tensioning strap - T10038- Removing –...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 Continuation for all vehicles – Attach spring compressor -3-. Spring retainer - V.A.G 1752/3A- Adapter - V.A.G 1752/9- Spring tensor - V.A.G 1752/1- WARNING Ensure that coil spring is correctly seated in spring retainers - V.A.G 1752/3A- -2-.
León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 Continuation for all vehicles – Unscrew nut -1- and remove bolt -2-. – Remove shock absorber. Installing Install in reverse order of removal. During this step, observe the following: –...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 1 - Shock absorber ❑ Removing and installing ⇒ page 207 ❑ Defective shock absorb‐ ers must always be de‐ gassed and drained be‐ fore disposal ⇒...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 Special tools and work‐ shop equipment re‐ quired ♦ Torque wrench - V.A.G 1331- ♦ Shock absorber set - T10001- ♦ Ring spanner insert (commercial type, e.g.
León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Slide protective tube -1- onto shock absorber mounting -2-. – Fit cable tie -3- and tighten. Note The fastener -arrow- of the cable tie -3- must be located within area -a-.
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– If necessary, replace the lower spring plate. – Place lower plate onto bottom of coil spring. End of spring -arrow- must lie against stop on bottom spring seat. – Install spring together with spring seat. – The bottom spring seat has a pin.
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Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Insert upper spring seat into upper end of spring. – Bead of spring seat -arrow- must lie against coil spring cor‐ rectly. – Release tension on spring while locating upper spring seat on lug on body.
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 ♦ Torque wrench - V.A.G 1410- ♦ Suspension strut clamp - V.A.G 1752- ♦ Engine and gearbox jack - VAS 6931- Removing – Remove rear wheel on affected side. –...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 Vehicles with vehicle level senders – Remove bolts -1-. – Remove retainer for rear left vehicle level sender -2-. Continuation for all vehicles – Press lugs -arrows- of assembly aid -1- inwards. –...
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– If necessary, replace the lower spring plate. – Place lower plate onto bottom of coil spring. End of spring -arrow- must lie against stop on bottom spring seat. – Install spring together with spring seat. – The bottom spring seat has a pin.
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– Insert bolt -2- for shock absorber, and screw on nut -1-. – Insert bolt -2- for coupling rod -3-, and screw on nut -1-. – Release tension on spring -4- while locating upper spring seat on lug on body.
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Insert assembly aid -1- and press downwards. – Lugs -arrows- must engage. • On vehicles with vehicle level sender, carry out basic setting ⇒ Vehicle diagnostic tester. •...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 1 - Dust cap ❑ Always renew after re‐ moving ❑ Pressing out and press‐ ing in ⇒ page 237 ❑ A proper seal can be achieved only by instal‐...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 ♦ Torque wrench - V.A.G 1332- ♦ Engine and gearbox jack - VAS 6931- Removing – Remove rear wheel on affected side. – Remove wheel bearing unit ⇒...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 Vehicles with stone deflector – Remove spreader rivets -1-. – Remove bolts -2- for stone guard -3-. Continuation for all vehicles – Disconnect electrical connector from ABS speed sensor and electromechanical parking brake motor.
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Unscrew bolt -1-. – Take out wheel bearing housing -6-. Installing Installation is carried out in reverse order, noting the following: It is essential to follow specified sequence of work steps below! –...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Tighten the bolt -1-. – Tighten nut -1-. – Detach the engine and gearbox jack - VAS 6931- with support - T10149- from the wheel hub. Do not tighten bolts securing trailing arm to wheel bearing housing until all other suspension components (especially spring and shock absorber) on that side are fitted.
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Tighten the bolts -2- and -3-. • On vehicles with vehicle level sender, carry out basic setting ⇒ Vehicle diagnostic tester. • On vehicles with vehicle level sender, carry out basic adjust‐ ment of headlights ⇒...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 Caution Wheel bearings must not be subjected to load after loosening bolt securing drive shaft at wheel hub. If they have to support the weight of the vehicle they will be damages and their service life will be reduced.
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Use tensioning straps - T10038- to strap vehicle to support beams of lifting platform on both sides. WARNING If the vehicle is not strapped down, it may slip off the lifting platform.
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Tighten the bolt -1-. – Tighten nut -1-. – Detach the engine and gearbox jack - VAS 6931- with support - T10149- from the wheel hub. Do not tighten bolts securing trailing arm to wheel bearing housing until all other suspension components (especially spring and shock absorber) on that side are fitted.
León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Tighten the bolts -2- and -3-. • On vehicles with vehicle level sender, carry out basic setting ⇒ Vehicle diagnostic tester. • On vehicles with vehicle level sender, carry out basic adjust‐ ment of headlights ⇒...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Loosen grease cap from seat by tapping lightly on the claw of the hub grease cap puller - VW 637/2- -1-. – Pry off grease cap.
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 Wheel bearing -1- must always be pointing upwards. – Always place wheel bearing unit on wheel hub -2-. Installing Installation is carried out in reverse order, noting the following: –...
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♦ Torque wrench - V.A.G 1410- Removing – Remove rear wheel on affected side. – Loosen grease cap from seat by tapping lightly on the claw of the hub grease cap puller - VW 637/2- -1-. 7. Wheel bearing, trailing arm...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Pry off grease cap. Wheel hub cover extractor - VW 637/2- – Remove brake mount with brake caliper and fasten to body with wire ⇒ Brake system; Rep. gr. 46 ; Rear brake; Assembly overview - rear brake .
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Carefully push wheel hub/wheel bearing unit -2- onto stub axle. Caution Ensure that the wheel hubs/wheel bearing unit does not cant! – Screw in new bolt -1- and tighten to specified torque. Note First tighten bolt to specified torque setting using torque ♦...
León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 • Wheel bearing -1- must always be pointing upwards. • Always put down the wheel bearing unit with the wheel hub -2- facing downwards. • Do not touch the inside of the wheel bearing when you pick it •...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 Vehicles with vehicle level senders – Remove screws -1-. – Remove retainer for rear left vehicle level sender -2-. Vehicles with stone deflector – Remove spreader rivets -1-. –...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 Note When pulling in, make sure that the tip of the spindle - 3301/1- ♦ does not stick to the wheel bearing housing. Do not use lubricant. ♦...
León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 Removing and installing trailing arm with mounting bracket Special tools and workshop equipment required ♦ Torque wrench - V.A.G 1332- ♦ Engine and gearbox jack - VAS 6931- Removing –...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Use tensioning straps - T10038- to strap vehicle to support beams of lifting platform on both sides. WARNING If the vehicle is not strapped down, it may slip off the lifting platform.
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 Continuation for all vehicles – Position engine and gearbox jack - VAS 6931- -1- under track rod and press upwards slightly. – Remove bolts -2- and -3- one after the other. –...
León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 Do not tighten bolts securing trailing arm to wheel bearing housing until all other suspension components (especially spring and shock absorber) on that side are fitted. The wheel suspension must be in extended position before securing.
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 Pressing out bonded rubber bush – Position tools as shown in figure. Press tool - VW 412- Tube -3346/1- from assembly tool - 3346- (the deep recess must face the bonded rubber bush) Trailing arm Bonded rubber bush...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Position tools as shown in figure. Press tool - VW 412- Thrust piece - T10496- Bonded rubber bush Trailing arm Tube for wheel bearing - 3345- Tightening plate - VW 402- –...
León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 ❑ Insert in groove in shaft 9 - Dustguard for constant velocity joint ❑ Material: Hytrel (polyester elastomer) ❑ Without breather hole ❑ Check for splits and chafing ❑...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 ♦ Torque wrench - V.A.G 1332- ♦ Puller - T10520- Caution When removing and installing drive shafts, do not allow them to hang free and stop against joints due to over bending. Removing –...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 Vehicles with vehicle level senders – Remove bolts -1-. – Remove retainer for rear left vehicle level sender -2-. Vehicles with adaptive chassis control DCC –...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Remove bolts -arrows- for anti-roll bar -1-. – Pull anti-roll bar -1- off subframe -2- and swing it downwards. – Unscrew nut -1- and pull out bolt -2- securing shock absorber. –...
León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 Using press tool - T10520- : – To be able to press out the drive shaft -3-, secure press tool - T10520- -1- to the wheel hub -2- using 3 wheel bolts. –...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 Dismantling Driving out constant velocity joint – Clamp drive shaft in vice using protective jaw covers. – Remove clamps. – Push the dust guard backwards. –...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 Pressing off inner constant velocity joint – Separate the dustguard of the constant velocity joint with a punch. – Remove circlip. – Remove both clamps and slide boot towards outer joint. Assembling Installation position of the plate spring on the joint Dished spring...
León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Using bolts -arrows-, align new cover in relation to bolt holes. The alignment must be very accurate, because no further align‐ ment is possible once the part has been hammered on. –...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 ♦ Socket, AF 24 - T10361A- ♦ Rotation angle spanner - V.A.G 1756 A- Caution Wheel bearings must not be subjected to load after loosening bolt securing drive shaft at wheel hub.
León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Remove bolt -arrow-. Tighten outer bolt on drive shaft. – Renew outer bolt for drive shaft. Note It must be ensured that the wheels do not yet touch the floor when the drive shaft is being tightened.
León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Swivel one segment of the hub into one of the cage openings. – Remove the hub from the cage. Note The six balls for each joint belong to a tolerance group. Check ♦...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Tip ball hub out of ball cage via ball track -arrows-. – Check joint body, ball hub, ball cage and balls for pitting and traces of seizing.
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Swivel in hub with balls by applying firm pressure to cage -arrow-. Verification of the constant velocity joint: The constant velocity joint is correctly assembled if the ball hub can be moved by hand backwards and forwards over its entire range of axial movement.
León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 7 - Front left vehicle level sender - G78- ❑ Removing and installing ⇒ page 284 8 - Shock absorber with front right shock absorber damper adjustment valve - N337- ❑...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Unscrew bolt -1-. – Remove the control unit in -the direction of arrow- -A- and -B-. – Release release lever -1- in -direction of arrow-. –...
León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Release lugs -arrows-. – Pull the support from its installation position. – Release release lever -1- in -direction of arrow-. – Unplug the electrical connector -2-. –...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 ♦ Torque wrench - V.A.G 1410- Removing – Pull seal off entire length of plenum chamber cover. – Unclip the filler piece. – Unhook the clips -2-. –...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 2.2.2 Assembly overview - rear vehicle level senders, multi-link suspension, front- wheel drive Note The vehicle level sender is available as a replacement part only complete with coupling rod and upper and lower retaining plates.
León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 2.2.3 Assembly overview - rear vehicle level senders, multi-link suspension, four- wheel drive Note The vehicle level sender is available as a replacement part only complete with coupling rod and upper and lower retaining plates.
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 ♦ Torque wrench - V.A.G 1410- Removing – Disconnect connector -1- on front left vehicle level sender - G78- and/or front right vehicle level sender - G289- , as applicable.
León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Unscrew bolt -1-. – Remove front left vehicle level sender - G78- and/or front right vehicle level sender - G289- , as applicable. Installing Installation is carried out in reverse order, noting the following: Note The lever of the vehicle level sender must point towards the...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 Removing – Unplug the electrical connector -1-. – Unscrew the bolts -2- and -4-. – Remove rear left vehicle level sender - G76- -3-. Installing Installation is carried out in reverse order, noting the following: Note The lever of the rear left vehicle level sender - G76- must face...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 Removing – Unplug the electrical connector -1-. – Unscrew the bolts -2- and -3-. – Take out rear left vehicle level sender - G76- -4-. Installing Installation is carried out in reverse order, noting the following: Note...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 Removing – Unplug the electrical connector -1-. – Unscrew the bolts -2- and -3-. – Take out rear left vehicle level sender - G76- -4-. Installing Installation is carried out in reverse order, noting the following: Note...
⇒ “1.13 Vehicle data label”, page 309 ⇒ “1.14 Checking full wheel lock”, page 310 Notes for wheel alignment When measuring actual dimensions, only a SEAT approved axle measuring device may be used! Both the rear and the front axle have to be measured.
León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 Note Wheel alignment should not be checked before the vehicle has ♦ completed 1,000 to 2,000 km because the coil springs must settle. When making adjustments, adhere to the relevant specifica‐ ♦...
León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 • Windscreen washer fluid reservoir must be full. • When checking wheel alignment, ensure that sliding plates and turn tables are not touching end stop. Please note the following: •...
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Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 Special tools and workshop equipment required ♦ Wheel alignment computer - V.A.G 1813F- or measuring equipment approved by SEAT ♦ Brake pedal depressor - V.A.G 1869/2- ♦ Insert tool, 18 mm - T10179- ♦ Shock absorber set - T10001- The existing lateral run-out of the wheel rims must be compen‐...
• Press button to select required calibration on wheel alignment computer. Specified values for wheel alignment ⇒ “1.4.1 Target values for axle geometry, Leon 2013 ►”, page 294 ⇒ “1.4.2 Target values for axle geometry, Leon 2016 ►”, page 296 1.4.1...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 Front axle Standard running Running gear for Running gear for Running gear for gear sports model poor roads poor roads G01/G02/G04 + G02/G03/G05 + G01/G02/ + 2UF G03/G04 + 2UF PR no.
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 Front axle Standard Running Running Running Cupra run‐ Cupra run‐ running gear gear for gear for poor gear for poor ning gear ning gear sports model roads roads with DCC...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 Front axle Standard running Running gear for Running gear for Running gear for gear sports model poor roads poor roads G01/G02/G03 G04/G05/G10/ G06/G07/G15/ G08/G09 PR no. G11/G14/G16 Maximum permissible differ‐...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 Front axle Standard Running Running Running Cupra run‐ Cupra run‐ Cupra R running gear for gear for gear for ning gear ning gear chassis gear sports poor roads poor roads...
León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 Setting vehicle to initial position for wheel alignment If measured values are outside specified tolerances, this may be because the vehicle is inclined. Right-hand drive vehicles or e.g. vehicles with an automatic gear‐ box may lean to one side slightly.
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Take note of the information in the wheel alignment unit. Rep. gr.44 - Wheels, tyres, vehicle geometry...
León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 Check front → Is actual value → axle toe within toler‐ ance? ↓ ↓ ← Adjusting ⇒ page 308 ↑ ↓ ↑ ← ← ← ←...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 The component of the front Alignment necessary The component of the rear Alignment necessary axle was changed axle is changed Anti-roll bar ⇒ page 47 12) Condition: strut support and console fitted before disassembly Components disassembled and assembled Components of the front...
León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Undo bolt -1- and screw a new one in loosely. – Undo bolt -2- and screw a new one in loosely. – Undo bolt -3- and screw a new one in loosely. –...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 ♦ Torque wrench - V.A.G 1332- ♦ Insert tool, 18 mm - T10179- – Loosen upper transverse link nut -A- on subframe. – Adjust camber by turning hexagon head of eccentric bolt -arrow-.
León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – To do so, use insert tool - T10179- . On use of insert tool - T10179- , tighten nuts to 80 Nm. – Check camber value again after nut -A- has been tightened. –...
León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Loosen nut -1-. – Turn eccentric bolt -2- until specification is attained. Note The maximum adjustment range is 90° to the left or right of the centre position.
León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Counterhold track rod ball joint -1- with spanner when loosen‐ ing and tightening locking nut -2- – Loosen lock nut -2-. – Adjust toe setting at left and right wheels via hexagon flats -arrow-.
León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 Example of a vehicle data sticker In this example, the vehicle is equipped with sports running gear G01 -arrow-. 1.14 Checking full wheel lock The wheel alignment computer is used to determine the full steer‐ ing lock.
León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 Rough running due to wheels/tyres - causes and rectification ⇒ “2.1 Causes of imbalance when driving”, page 311 ⇒ “2.2 Conducting a road test before balancing wheels”, page 311 ⇒...
It is very important that the correct tools for centring and clamping the wheels are used on the wheel balancing system. Before start‐ ing any working, find out about the appropriate centring system for wheel balancing machines ⇒ Seat ServiceNet; Workshop Equipment, Catalogue . Rep. gr.44 - Wheels, tyres, vehicle geometry...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Attach the wheel (together with tyre) to the wheel balancing machine. 2. Rough running due to wheels/tyres - causes and rectification...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 Note To clamp the wheel in place, use centring system for wheel ♦ balancing machines - VAS 5271- , for example. This ensures that the wheel is 100% centred and that the ♦...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 If any imbalance is detected during the test drive, this may be due to tolerances in the centre of the wheel. In unfavourable circumstances, the tolerances of the wheel com‐ ponents and the wheel hubs may be added together, this can also cause imbalance while driving.
León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 WARNING Always tighten wheel bolts to specified tightening torque using a torque wrench! Vibration control system Using the vibration control system - VAS 6230 A- you can perform more functions than just stationary balancing.
León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 2.5.2 Checking radial and lateral runout on wheels and tyres with tyre gauge Checking lateral runout – Preload the tyre gauge by approx. 2 mm. –...
León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Make a note of the smallest and largest deflection of the indi‐ cator needle. S - Lateral runout H - Radial runout – Compare the measured value determined with the theoretical values in the table ⇒...
León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 Note If the theoretical values for radial and axial run-out are not ex‐ ♦ ceeded, the wheel can be balanced to 0 grammes. The nom‐ inal values are specified in ⇒...
León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 Reasons for flattening ♦ The vehicle is left standing for several weeks without being used. ♦ The tyre pressure is too low. ♦ After being painted, the vehicle was left in the drying kiln of the painting workshop.
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Carry out the test drive in the company of client, following the above-mentioned points(the client should drive in order to demonstrate the complaint). Note The test can not be carried out in the event of strong side winds If the complaint is justified, the wheel rims / tyres should be inter‐...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 Interchange front wheels with rear wheels The vehicle pulls to the No change opposite side ↓ ↓ ↓ Test drive. Turn a front tyre on the Check the alignment of the wheel rim (in the opposite front and rear axles, ad‐...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 The vehicle pulls to one side ↓ Check the geometry of the front and back wheels ↓ Test drive. The vehicle does not pull to one side – END The vehicle pulls to one side, consult Technical Service 2.
Calibration of the adaptive cruise control (ACC) must only be car‐ ried out using a wheel alignment unit and adjustment equipment approved by SEAT! Correct adjustment is an essential prerequisite for perfect func‐ tioning of the Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) system.
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 ♦ Adjustment tool - VAS 6190/2- ♦ Setting device - VAS 6430- ♦ or adjustment system, basic set - VAS 6430/1- ♦ ACC reflector panel - VAS 6430/3- ♦...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 Only for replacement of adaptive cruise control unit - J428- – Set adjustment screws ⇒ Electrical system; Rep. gr. 27 ; Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC); Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) control unit (ACC) removing and installing .
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 Setting with or without preceding wheel alignment – Remove the trim-1-. – Remove dirt, if there is any, from the sensor lens. – Position ACC setting device - VAS 6430/3- centrally and par‐ allel at a distance -a- from centrally fitted ACC reflector mirror - VAS 6430/3- to adaptive cruise control unit - J428- .
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Use the adjusting screws -1-, -2- and -3- to bring spirit levels -A- and -B- on - VAS 6430/3- horizontal. – Adjust mirror -4- by means of crank handle -arrow- in such a way that the laser beam hits the sensor lens in the middle.
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Use adjusting screw -1- to level spirit level -2-. – Now, use laser beam -3- of -VAS 6430/3- to check again whether spirit levels are horizontal and laser beam hits centre of sensor lens.
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Calibration of the adaptive cruise control (ACC) must only be car‐ ried out using a wheel alignment unit and adjustment equipment approved by SEAT! Correct adjustment is an essential prerequisite for perfect func‐ tioning of the Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) system.
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 ♦ or adjustment system, basic set - VAS 6430/1- ♦ ACC reflector panel - VAS 6430/10- ♦ Wheel alignment computer Note Before driving vehicle onto wheel alignment platform, make ♦...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 Only for replacement of adaptive cruise control unit - J428- – Set adjustment screws ⇒ Electrical system; Rep. gr. 27 ; Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC); Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) control unit (ACC) removing and installing .
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 Setting with or without preceding wheel alignment – Remove the trim-1-. – Remove dirt, if there is any, from the sensor lens. – Position ACC setting device - VAS 6430/10- centrally and par‐ allel at a distance -a- from centrally fitted ACC reflector mirror - VAS 6430/10- to adaptive cruise control unit - J428- .
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Position the mirror on side of the alignment beam so that the laser beam contacts the centre of the sensor lens. – Turn fine adjuster screw -5- until display on wheel alignment computer is within tolerance.
Calibration of the driver assistant system's front camera is only ♦ permitted using wheel alignment unit authorised by SEAT! Calibration of the driver assistant system's front camera is only ♦ permitted using the setting device - VAS 6430- ! Special tools and workshop equipment required 4.
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 ♦ Adjustment aid - VAS 6430- ♦ Wheel alignment computer ♦ ⇒ Vehicle diagnostic tester Note The driver assistance system's front camera - R242- must be ♦...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Bounce springs. – Measure standing height at all four wheels and note it. Note Setting device - VAS 6430- is not allowed to be moved on ♦...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Unscrew clamping bolt -arrow-, place measuring bar -1- on floor. – Setting the calibration table - VAS 6430/4- with the hand wheel -1- to the target height -2-, pursuant to the information in the axle alignment computer (1200 mm + height difference -a-), and note.
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Move setting device - VAS 6430- sideways -arrows B- until display on wheel alignment computer is within tolerance. – Screw down adjuster screws -2- and -3- slightly to secure set‐ ting device - VAS 6430- against rolling away.
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Set spirit level -A- to horizontal position with adjuster screw -1-. – Use adjuster screws -2- and -3- to level spirit level -B-. – Unscrew clamping bolt -arrow-, place measuring bar -1- on floor.
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Check nominal height -2- again and correct if necessary. When nominal height has been reached, measuring bar -1- must be moved upwards slightly and secured with clamping screw -arrow-.
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 ♦ Torque wrench - V.A.G 1331- Removing WARNING The following conditions must be met before starting work on the electrical system and removing the steering wheel: ♦...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Unscrew bolt -1-. – Check that steering column has a centre punch mark that aligns with mark on steering wheel. – If this is not the case, the position of the steering wheel to steering column must be marked on the steering column with a centre punch mark.
León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 ❑ When installing, steering column must be engaged at mounting bracket for central tube for dash panel (assists with installation). ❑ Different versions possible. Refer to ⇒ Electronic parts catalogue “ETKA” Checking steering column for damage Visual inspection –...
León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 Improper handling of steering column Carrying the steering column by the following parts will cause damage: Locking lever Balance springs Deformation element Incorrect handling of the steering column with safety risk The bushes of the universal joint at the lower steering column bearing will be damaged by: •...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 ♦ Torque wrench - V.A.G 1332- Removing Note The replacement steering column is only supplied as a complete unit. Cannot be repaired. Steering lock housing can be reused ⇒ Electrical system; Rep. gr.
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Remove steering column trim (top) ⇒ General body repairs, interior; Rep. gr. 68 ; Shelves / trim panels; Removing and installing steering column trim (top) . –...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Unscrew the bolts -1- and -2-. – Remove right bracket -3- for knee airbag. – Release tab -arrow- using a small screwdriver. – Pull cable guide -1- off tab forwards. –...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Release tabs -arrows- of cable guide -1- using a small screw‐ driver. – Pull cable guide -1- off steering column downwards. – Disengage the lower wiring retainer (bottom) -2- and pull off downwards.
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Unscrew bolt -1-, and hold steering column -2- when doing this. Left-hand drive vehicle only – Unhook lugs -2- and -3- of steering column -1- upwards from mounting bracket and remove.
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 Left-hand drive vehicle only – Hook steering column -1- into installation aids on mounting bracket at top -3- and bottom -2-. Right-hand drive vehicle only –...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Install right bracket -3- for knee airbag. – Tighten bolts -1- and -2- only hand-tight. – Install left bracket -3- for knee airbag. – Tighten bolts -1- and -2- only hand-tight. –...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Fit universal joint -2- onto steering pinion in opposite -direction of arrow-. – Insert new hexagon bolt -1- and tighten. – Fold footwell trim -2- forwards and secure with bolt -1-. Vehicles with mechanical ignition lock –...
León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Fit cable retainer under steering column -2- so that lugs in guide engage in steering column. – Fit cable guide -1-. Lugs -arrows- must engage in steering column.
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 1 - Wire ❑ Different versions possi‐ ble. Refer to ⇒ Electron‐ ic parts catalogue “ET‐ KA” 2 - Bolt ❑ Either 3x or 4x are fitted depending on engine version.
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 11 - Fastener 12 - 3.1.2 Assembly overview - steering box, right- hand drive Assembly overview - steering rack, track rods ⇒ page 361 Caution The following work must not be performed while the universal joint is separated from the electromechanical steering rack: ♦...
León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 9 - Right track rod ball joint ❑ Installation position ⇒ page 383 ❑ Removing and installing ⇒ page 384 ❑ Installation position ⇒ page 383 ❑...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 ♦ Engine and gearbox jack - VAS 6931- Removing – To prevent unintentional turning, secure steering wheel in straight-ahead position with adhesive tape -arrow-. Note Only use adhesive tape that can be completely removed af‐...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Unscrew bolt -arrow- from universal joint -1- and pull off uni‐ versal joint in -direction of arrow-. Caution The following work must not be performed while the universal joint is separated from the electromechanical steering rack: ♦...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Remove bolts -1- for pendulum support. – Remove nut -1- from coupling rod -3- (left and right sides). – Pull out coupling rod -3- from anti-roll bar -2- on left and right side.
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 Vehicles with vehicle level senders – Disconnect connector -1- on front left vehicle level sender - G78- and/or front right vehicle level sender - G289- , as applicable.
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Position engine and gearbox jack - VAS 6931- -1- under sub‐ frame – Fixing subframe ⇒ page 47 and lowering approx. 10 cm. – Unscrew bolts -arrows- and remove heat shield -1- from steer‐ ing box.
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Pull out spreader clip -arrow-. – Lower subframe using engine and gearbox jack - VAS 6931- . – Lever off steering rack from subframe with a large screwdriver, for example, and remove backwards.
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Replace the seal -1-. – Slide seal -1- over collar of steering rack -2- so that rubber lip makes contacts with collar all round -arrows-. –...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Tighten nuts -arrows-. Note Ensure that boot is not damaged or twisted. – Bolt universal joint to steering box. – Connect vehicle battery ⇒ Electrical system; Rep. gr. 27 ; Battery;...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 Special tools and workshop equipment required ♦ Ball joint puller - T10187- ♦ Torque wrench - V.A.G 1331- ♦ Torque wrench - V.A.G 1332- ♦ Engine and gearbox jack - VAS 6931- 3.
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 Removing – Turn steering wheel to straight-ahead position and remove ig‐ nition key so that the steering lock engages. Vehicles with keyless locking and starting system “Keyless Ac‐ cess”...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 For vehicles with natural gas engines – Detach natural gas line -1- from clip -arrow-. Continuation for all vehicles – Detach exhaust system bracket from subframe -arrows-. –...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Remove nuts -arrows- on both sides of vehicle. – Pull swivel joint out of suspension link. – Using ball joint puller - T10187- -1-, press track rod ball joint off wheel bearing housing, and unscrew nut.
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Pull wiring harness -3- clips -1- and -2- off subframe and steer‐ ing box. – Remove bolts -1- for steering box. – Position engine and gearbox jack - VAS 6931- -1- under sub‐ frame –...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Unclip wiring harness -1- from steering box -2- -arrows-. – Pull out spreader clip -arrow-. – Lower subframe using engine and gearbox jack - VAS 6931- . –...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Replace the seal -1-. – Slide seal -1- over collar of steering rack -2- so that rubber lip makes contacts with collar all round -arrows-. –...
León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Tighten nuts -arrows-. Note Ensure that boot is not damaged or twisted. – Install lower noise insulation ⇒ General body repairs, exterior; Rep. gr. 66 ; Noise insulation; Assembly overview - noise in‐ sulation .
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 Special tools and workshop equipment required ♦ Spring-type clip pliers - V.A.G 1275- ♦ Torque wrench - V.A.G 1332- ♦ Tool insert 24 mm - V.A.G 1332/11- Removing Note If boot is defective, moisture and dirt will enter steering box.
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Mark position of nut on track rod. – Remove track rod ball joint ⇒ page 384 – Clean outside of steering box in vicinity of boot. No dirt must be allowed to enter the steering box through a de‐...
León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Tighten the new clamp -1- using locking pliers for Phaeton steering rack - VAS 6199- . – Tighten clamp so that its ear -arrow- is positioned as shown in illustration.
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Make sure that correct track rod ball joint is installed on each side. Left track rod ball joint Right track rod ball joint – Turn steering wheel to straight-ahead position. –...
León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Tighten the new hose clip -1- using locking pliers for steering rack - VAS 6199- . – Tighten clamp so that its ear -arrow- is positioned as shown in illustration.
León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Loosen nut -1-. – Mark position of track rod ball joint on track rod. – Loosen the nut -2- on the track rod ball joint but do not remove completely.
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 ♦ Engine and gearbox jack - VAS 6931- or - V.A.G 1383 A- Removing – Raise vehicle. – Remove lower noise insulation ⇒ General body repairs, ex‐ terior;...
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 Vehicles with vehicle level senders – Disconnect connector -1- on front left vehicle level sender - G78- and/or front right vehicle level sender - G289- , as applicable.
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León 2013 ➤ , León ST 2013 ➤ Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 06.2018 – Drive out threaded bush -1- in -direction of arrow-. Installing Installation is carried out in reverse order, noting the following: Note Always drive in threaded bush from above and from direction of the steering shaft.
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