Skoda OCTAVIA Workshop Manual page 38

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Front Suspension
Removing and installing subframe
Special tools, testers and aids required
♦ Removal tool MP 6-425
♦ Gearbox jack with attachment,
e.g. V.A.G 1383 A with V.A.G 1359/2
Removing
- Take off the wheel trims of the front wheels;
remove caps on light-alloy wheels (hook in-
cluded in tool kit).
- Jack up vehicle sufficiently so that there is
no load pressing on the front suspension.
- Slacken twelve-point nut on left and right.
- Raise vehicle and take off wheels.
- Unscrew twelve-point nut on left and right.
- Remove noise insulation panel.
⇒ Engine, Mechanical Components; Repair
Group 10; Removing and installing engine
Note:
Mark installation position of bolts -1- otherwise
the axle geometry must be checked.
K - Unscrew bolts -1-.
K - Press out drive shaft on left and right. Posi-
tion tool as shown in illustration for this step.
Note:
Ensure adequate clearance when pressing out
the drive shafts.
- Separate track control arm on left and right
from steering joint.
- Swivel wheel bearing housing and steering
joint out and support.
OCTAVIA
Edition 10.98
S00.5103.54.20