What actions are necessary if the coil springs and shock absorber in the front suspension strut show signs of wear on Volkswagen Jetta?

When the front suspension strut or coil springs have any signs of wear, i.e. leaking fluid, loss of damping ability, sagging or cracked coil springs etc., then they should be disassembled and overhauled accordingly, with the struts being replaced when defective and springs and associated parts being replaced separately so as to ensure an equal amount of characteristics on each side of the vehicle. Once the assembly is out of the vehicle, wipe off all the dirt on the outside and place it in a vise. Attach the tools of coil spring compressor and compress the spring until the upper mount releases all its tension. Use an Allen key to remove the strut piston rod and a box-end wrench to remove the nut securing the thrust bearing and then remove the top mount, upper spring seat, spring, boot, bearing and bump stop. When a new spring is required, be careful when removing the old spring out of the compressor; when re-using, it is not necessary to remove it out of the compressor. All the strut components should be checked to determine whether it is worn out and damaged and all the strut components should be repaired or replaced with some parts as needed with the strut assembly fully disassembled. Check the strut leakage, examine the pitting on the piston rod, and examine the damage or non-damage of the strut body. Test the operation of the strut by swinging the piston in long and short strokes, making sure of smooth and continuous resistance; a sudden or irregular resistance or wear visible on the strut is enough evidence of wear to get a replacement. The process of reassembly is the opposite of disassembly, where the coil springs should be fitted with the paint mark at the bottom, and the ends of the coil springs fit into the upper and lower seats correctly before the compressor is released and the piston rod nut tightened to the recommended torque.

How to replace the rear shock absorbers on Volkswagen Jetta?

Unscrew the rear wheel bolts and chock the front wheels so that the vehicle does not roll and then use the jackstands to raise the rear and hold it firmly in place before the rear wheel is removed. In the case of models which have multi-link rear suspension, hold the lower control arm using a floor jack at a position close to the end of the arm as compared to those which have torsion beam rear axle whereby, the floor jack is placed below the coil spring pocket and should not be moved during the process. Use the removal of shock absorber lower mounting fastener, then the upper mounting fasteners to remove the shock absorber. Install the new shock absorber and install the upper mounting bolt; and a new lower mounting bolt (and nut, if present), but do not tighten the lower mounting fastener(s) at this point. Make sure to screw tight the upper mounting bolts to the required torque and lift the rear suspension to the normal ride height and screw tight the lower mounting bolt/nut to the required torque. Do the same thing with the other rear shock absorber and next fit the wheels and lower the car, tighten the wheel bolts to the torque required.

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Volkswagen Jetta Strut Part Number: 1HM-513-031-F
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- Other Name: Shock Absorber; Strut
- Replaces: 1H0-513-031, 176-513-033-A
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Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1985-1992 Volkswagen Jetta | Base, Carat, GL, GLI, GLI 16-Valve, Wolfsburg Edition | 4 Cyl 1.6 L DIESEL, 4 Cyl 1.8 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
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Volkswagen Jetta Strut Part Number: 1HM-513-031-E
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- Other Name: Shock Absorber; Shock Absorber
- Replaces: 1HM-513-031-B
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- 1993-1999 Volkswagen Jetta | Base, Celebration Edition, City, GL, GLS, GT, Jazz, K2, Limited Edition, TDI, Trek, Wolfsburg Edition | 4 Cyl 1.8 L GAS, 4 Cyl 1.9 L DIESEL, 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
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Volkswagen Jetta Strut Part Number: 1J0-413-031-BH
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- Other Name: Shock Absorber
- Replaces: 1J0-413-031-AE, 1J0-413-031-P
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- 1999-2005 Volkswagen Jetta | GL, GL TDI, GLI, GLS, GLS TDI, GLX, TDI, Wolfsburg Edition | 4 Cyl 1.8 L GAS, 4 Cyl 1.9 L DIESEL, 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 6 Cyl 2.8 L GAS
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Volkswagen Jetta Shock Part Number: 1J0-513-025-BH
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- Other Name: Shock Absorber; Shock
- Replaces: 1J0-513-025-DD, 1J0-513-025-BB
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- 1999-2005 Volkswagen Jetta | GL, GL TDI, GLI, GLS, GLS TDI, GLX, TDI, Wolfsburg Edition | 4 Cyl 1.8 L GAS, 4 Cyl 1.9 L DIESEL, 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 6 Cyl 2.8 L GAS
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Volkswagen Jetta Strut Part Number: 1H0-513-031-D
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- Other Name: Shock Absorber; Strut
- Replaces: 176-513-033-C, 191-513-033-D
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- 1985-1992 Volkswagen Jetta | Carat, GLI, GLI 16-Valve | 4 Cyl 1.8 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
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Volkswagen Jetta Shock Part Number: 1J0-513-025-BG
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- Other Name: Shock Absorber; Shock Absorber
- Replaces: 1J0-513-025-DH, 1J0-513-025-BF, 1J0-513-025-BP
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- 1999-2005 Volkswagen Jetta | GL, GL TDI, GLI, GLS, GLS TDI, GLX, TDI, Wolfsburg Edition | 4 Cyl 1.8 L GAS, 4 Cyl 1.9 L DIESEL, 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 6 Cyl 2.8 L GAS
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Volkswagen Jetta Shock Part Number: 5QM-513-029-AL
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- Other Name: Shock Absorber
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- 2019 Volkswagen Jetta | GLI 35th Anniversary Edition, GLI Autobahn, GLI S | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
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Volkswagen Jetta Shock Part Number: 1J0-513-025-DA
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- Other Name: Shock Absorber; Shock Absorber
- Replaces: 1J0-513-025-DG, 1J0-513-025-CT, 1J0-513-025-DF, 1J0-513-025-DC, 1J0-513-025-BS, 1J0-513-025-DE
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- 1999-2005 Volkswagen Jetta | GL, GL TDI, GLI, GLS, GLS TDI, GLX, TDI, Wolfsburg Edition | 4 Cyl 1.8 L GAS, 4 Cyl 1.9 L DIESEL, 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 6 Cyl 2.8 L GAS
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Volkswagen Jetta Strut Part Number: 1H0-413-031-A
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- Other Name: Shock Absorber; Shock Absorber
- Replaces: 1H0-413-031-C, 1H0-413-031, 1L0-413-031-C
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- 1985-1997 Volkswagen Jetta | Base, Carat, Celebration Edition, City, GL, GLI, GLI 16-Valve, GLS, GT, Jazz, Limited Edition, Trek, Wolfsburg Edition | 4 Cyl 1.6 L DIESEL, 4 Cyl 1.8 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
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Volkswagen Jetta Shock Part Number: 1J9-513-025-E
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- Other Name: Shock Absorber; Shock
- Replaces: 1J9-513-025-A
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- 2001-2005 Volkswagen Jetta | GL, GL TDI, GLI, GLS, GLS TDI, GLX, TDI, Wolfsburg Edition | 4 Cyl 1.8 L GAS, 4 Cyl 1.9 L DIESEL, 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 6 Cyl 2.8 L GAS
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Volkswagen Jetta Shock Part Number: 5C0-513-025-A
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- Other Name: Shock Absorber; Shock
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- 2011-2013 Volkswagen Jetta | Base, GLI, Hybrid, Hybrid SE, Hybrid SEL, S, SE, SEL, TDI, TDI Premium | 4 Cyl 1.4 L FULL HYBRID EV-GAS (FHEV), 4 Cyl 2.0 L DIESEL, 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 5 Cyl 2.5 L GAS
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Volkswagen Jetta Strut Part Number: 1H0-413-031-P
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- Other Name: Shock Absorber
- Replaced by: JZW-413-031-E
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- 1997-1999 Volkswagen Jetta | GL, GLS, GT, Jazz, K2, TDI, Wolfsburg Edition | 4 Cyl 1.9 L DIESEL, 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
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Volkswagen Jetta Shock Part Number: 5QM-513-049-AB
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- Other Name: Shock Absorber; Shock, Shock Absorber
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- 2019-2024 Volkswagen Jetta | GLI 35th Anniversary Edition, GLI Autobahn, GLI S, R-Line, S, SE, SEL, SEL Premium, Sport | 4 Cyl 1.4 L GAS, 4 Cyl 1.5 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
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Volkswagen Jetta Strut Part Number: JZW-413-031-B
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- Other Name: Shock Absorber; Strut
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- 2003-2005 Volkswagen Jetta | GL, GL TDI, GLI, GLS, GLS TDI, GLX, TDI, Wolfsburg Edition | 4 Cyl 1.8 L GAS, 4 Cyl 1.9 L DIESEL, 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 6 Cyl 2.8 L GAS
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Volkswagen Jetta Shock Part Number: 5C0-513-025-H
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- Other Name: Shock Absorber; Shock
- Replaces: 5C0-513-025
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- 2011-2013 Volkswagen Jetta | Base, GLI, Hybrid, Hybrid SE, Hybrid SEL, S, SE, SEL, TDI, TDI Premium | 4 Cyl 1.4 L FULL HYBRID EV-GAS (FHEV), 4 Cyl 2.0 L DIESEL, 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 5 Cyl 2.5 L GAS
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Volkswagen Jetta Shock Absorber Part Number: 1K0-513-029-HF
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- 2007-2008 Volkswagen Jetta | 2.0T, 2.5, GLI, S, SE, SEL, Wolfsburg Edition | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 5 Cyl 2.5 L GAS
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Volkswagen Jetta Shock Absorber Part Number: 1K0-513-029-HJ
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- Replaces: 1K0-513-029-FJ
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- 2005-2006 Volkswagen Jetta | 2.0T, 2.5, GLI, TDI, Value Edition | 4 Cyl 1.9 L DIESEL, 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 5 Cyl 2.5 L GAS
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Volkswagen Jetta Shock Part Number: 1K0-513-029-HK
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- Other Name: Shock Absorber; Shock Absorber
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- 2012-2018, 2007-2008 Volkswagen Jetta | 2.0T, 2.5, Base, GLI, GLI SE, GLI SEL, Hybrid, Hybrid SE, Hybrid SEL, Hybrid SEL Premium, S, SE, SE Sport, SEL, SEL Premium, Sport, TDI, TDI Premium, TDI S, TDI SE, TDI SEL, Wolfsburg Edition | 4 Cyl 1.4 L FULL HYBRID EV-GAS (FHEV), 4 Cyl 1.4 L GAS, 4 Cyl 1.8 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.0 L DIESEL, 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 5 Cyl 2.5 L GAS
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Volkswagen Jetta Shock Part Number: 1K0-513-029-NG
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- Other Name: Shock Absorber; Shock
- Replaces: 1K0-513-029-JA
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Volkswagen's factory warranty.
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- 2009-2014 Volkswagen Jetta | S, SE, SEL, TDI, TDI Cup Edition, Wolfsburg Edition | 4 Cyl 2.0 L DIESEL, 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 5 Cyl 2.5 L GAS
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Volkswagen Jetta Strut Part Number: 357-413-031-S
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- Other Name: Shock Absorber
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- 1994 Volkswagen Jetta | GLX | 6 Cyl 2.8 L GAS

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Volkswagen Jetta Shock Absorber

The Volkswagen Jetta Shock Absorber dampens the body bounce and tire hop, transforming the motion over rough roads into harmless heat energy using hydraulic damping. Placed next to the suspension springs, each Shock Absorber forces oil past pistons that slow down the travel of the wheels, which enables the car to remain in place as it rounds corners, brakes, and goes over bumps. One of the improvements that occurred in earlier models was the dependence on simple leaf springs, but subsequently, Volkswagen vehicles shifted to hydraulic twin-tube dampers, a smaller but healthy design that can be pressurized with gas to reduce foaming and extend life. Performance-oriented editions can be equipped with mono-tube units, only one larger chamber, quicker heat dissipation, and can be mounted in any position, delivering a sharper response on twisting roads. More advanced options, including spool valve, position sensitive damping, or magnetorheological versions, change flow paths or fluid characteristics dynamically to control a compromise between comfort and handling. Whatever the type or style, drivers can observe steering vagueness, increased braking distances, bald tires, or loud knocks following potholes, which are indications that a Volkswagen suspension damper or strut is in need of replacement. Fluid dripping from the body indicates a breach in sealing tissues in the body, which allows the hydraulic oil to leak and decrease control. Volkswagen owners should check the strut and Shock Absorber at least once a year or during wheel alignment to ensure that any issues are identified at an early stage so that the Jetta ride does not lose its sharpness.

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Volkswagen Jetta Shock Absorber Parts and Q&A

Shock
1K0-513-029-HK
Q: What actions are necessary if the coil springs and shock absorber in the front suspension strut show signs of wear on Volkswagen Jetta?
A:
When the front suspension strut or coil springs have any signs of wear, i.e. leaking fluid, loss of damping ability, sagging or cracked coil springs etc., then they should be disassembled and overhauled accordingly, with the struts being replaced when defective and springs and associated parts being replaced separately so as to ensure an equal amount of characteristics on each side of the vehicle. Once the assembly is out of the vehicle, wipe off all the dirt on the outside and place it in a vise. Attach the tools of coil spring compressor and compress the spring until the upper mount releases all its tension. Use an Allen key to remove the strut piston rod and a box-end wrench to remove the nut securing the thrust bearing and then remove the top mount, upper spring seat, spring, boot, bearing and bump stop. When a new spring is required, be careful when removing the old spring out of the compressor; when re-using, it is not necessary to remove it out of the compressor. All the strut components should be checked to determine whether it is worn out and damaged and all the strut components should be repaired or replaced with some parts as needed with the strut assembly fully disassembled. Check the strut leakage, examine the pitting on the piston rod, and examine the damage or non-damage of the strut body. Test the operation of the strut by swinging the piston in long and short strokes, making sure of smooth and continuous resistance; a sudden or irregular resistance or wear visible on the strut is enough evidence of wear to get a replacement. The process of reassembly is the opposite of disassembly, where the coil springs should be fitted with the paint mark at the bottom, and the ends of the coil springs fit into the upper and lower seats correctly before the compressor is released and the piston rod nut tightened to the recommended torque.
Shock
1K0-513-029-HT
Q: How to replace the rear shock absorbers on Volkswagen Jetta?
A:
Unscrew the rear wheel bolts and chock the front wheels so that the vehicle does not roll and then use the jackstands to raise the rear and hold it firmly in place before the rear wheel is removed. In the case of models which have multi-link rear suspension, hold the lower Control Arm using a floor jack at a position close to the end of the arm as compared to those which have torsion beam rear axle whereby, the floor jack is placed below the coil spring pocket and should not be moved during the process. Use the removal of shock absorber lower mounting fastener, then the upper mounting fasteners to remove the shock absorber. Install the new shock absorber and install the upper mounting bolt; and a new lower mounting bolt (and nut, if present), but do not tighten the lower mounting fastener(s) at this point. Make sure to screw tight the upper mounting bolts to the required torque and lift the rear suspension to the normal ride height and screw tight the lower mounting bolt/nut to the required torque. Do the same thing with the other rear shock absorber and next fit the wheels and lower the car, tighten the wheel bolts to the torque required.