Technical Data - Volkswagen Jetta 2005 Workshop Manual

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Technical data

1 Checklist for evaluating running gear
of accident vehicles
Damage to running gear may go unnoticed during repairs to load-
bearing and suspension parts of accident vehicles. Under certain
circumstances, this undiscovered damage could lead to serious
consequential damage during later vehicle operation. Therefore,
the following parts of accident vehicles must be examined in the
manner and order described independent of wheel alignment
which may have to be performed. If no deviations from specifica‐
tions are measured during wheel alignment, there are no defor‐
mations of the running gear.
Visual and functional examination of steering system
♦ Visual examination for deformation and cracks
♦ Examination for play in track rod joints and steering box
♦ Visual examination for tears in boots
♦ Examine electrical and hydraulic lines and hoses for chafing,
cuts and kinks.
♦ Examine hydraulic lines, threaded connections and steering
gear for leaks.
♦ Check steering box and lines for secure seating
♦ Check for flawless function from lock to lock by moving the
steering from stop to stop. In the process, the steering wheel
must turn with a constant force without resistance.
Visual inspection and functional check of running gear
• Adhere to the sequence of the following inspection steps!
♦ Exam all components shown in the assembly overviews for
deformation, cracks and other damage.
♦ Renew damaged parts
♦ Align wheels on a VOLKSWAGEN AG-approved wheel align‐
ment stand.
Visual and functional check of wheels and tyres
♦ Check for true running and imbalance ⇒ Wheels, tyres, wheel
alignment; Rep. gr. 44
♦ Check tyres for cuts and impact damage in the tread and on
the flanks ⇒ Wheels, tyres, wheel alignment; Rep. gr. 44 .
♦ Check tyre inflation pressure; see tyre inflation pressure stick‐
er in fuel tank flap or ⇒ Maintenance ; Booklet 38; Bereifung
prüfen: Zustand, Reifenlaufbild, Reifenfülldruck, Profiltiefe
If rim of wheel and/or tyre is damaged, renew tyre. This also ap‐
plies if the circumstances of the accident and the damage to the
vehicle indicate possible damage which is not visible.
A further factor in the decision is the age of the tyre. Tyres should
not be older than 6 years.
Generally, in case of doubt:
• Whenever a safety risk cannot be excluded, the tyre(s) must
be renewed.
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1. Checklist for evaluating running gear of accident vehicles
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