AUTOTECH 10.430.301K 401K Installation Instructions

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Installation Instructions

Part Number:

10.430.301K; 10.430.401K

Description:

Lower Stressbar for A2/A3, A4 Chassis

Notes:

The AUTOTECH lower stressbar for the A2, A3, and A4 Chassis VW's is a simple, bolt-on
part that adds structural rigidity in crucial areas by connecting the front a-arm pivot
bolts, thus reducing suspension geometery changes as a result of chassis flex.

Procedure:

1) Raise the front of the car and place on jackstands with handbrake set and wheels chocked
to ensure it is safe to work underneath.
2) Using an 18mm wrench, remove the driver's side front a-arm bolt.
3) Position the lower stressbar (with the center of the bar dropped down in relation to the
ends) and loosely bolt the driver's side into place. VR6 cars with automatic transmissions
may require you to pivot/push the trans forward slightly to gain bolt access.
4) Remove the passenger side front a-arm bolt.
5) Bring the passenger side end of the stressbar up and into position and bolt in place.
6) Tighten front a-arm bolts to specifications below. Be sure to use a high strength thread
locking compound (Loctite®) on the bolt when installing.
A2 Chassis:
A3 Chassis:
A4 Chassis:
7) Install the plastic cap(s) on the bar end(s) to finish.
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