How to Replace Front Strut 2011-2018 Volkswagen Jetta
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This video shows you how to install front struts on your 2011-2018 Volkswagen Jetta. TRQ Struts are made to fit your vehicle exactly, just like the original part. Struts can wear out as early as 50,000 miles. You should inspect them regularly for leaks or wear. Save time, money, and hassle by replacing an entire strut assembly.
This process should be similar on the following vehicles:
2011 Volkswagen Jetta
2012 Volkswagen Jetta
2013 Volkswagen Jetta
2014 Volkswagen Jetta
2015 Volkswagen Jetta
2016 Volkswagen Jetta
2017 Volkswagen Jetta
2018 Volkswagen Jetta
Tools you will need:
• Pry Bar 1aau.to/ob/1AXAA00020
• 10mm Socket 1aau.to/ob/1AXAA00017
• 13mm Socket 1aau.to/ob/1AXAA00015
• 15mm Socket 1aau.to/ob/1AXAA00015
• 17mm Socket 1aau.to/ob/1AXAA00015
• 18mm Socket 1aau.to/oa/1AXAA00043
• 7mm Socket 1aau.to/ob/1AXAA00017
• Strut Spring Compression Tool
• Pliers
• 15/16 Inch Socket
• Ratchet 1aau.to/ob/1AXAA00016
• Torque Wrench 1aau.to/oa/1AXAA00044
• Liquid Thread Locker
• Hammer 1aau.to/oa/1AXAA00091
• Pick 1aau.to/ob/1AXAA00037
• Wire Brush 1aau.to/oa/1AXAA00079
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For this job including doing your wheel bearings . You need Triple square bits : 14mm,12mm,6mm
You need Allen head socket : 7 mm
You need axle nut socket: 12 point-24mm or 15/16 Make sure it’s 12 point
You need : Torques bits
15mm socket
18mm socket
Torque wrench
Breaker bar
Wd-40
Calliper compressor
There are a few other things you’ll need but will learn along the way
my favorite part is the "tool that looks like this" "size 14" always helpful to not name the tool used
I completed this repair today on a mk6 2011 tdi jetta. This is a great video however do not be fooled, this is a job that requires at the min intermediate plus mechanical skills. Alot can go very wrong if your not carefully. Plenty of things that cause issues and easily strip. Very good video.
Great video. However for my own replacement, I found it easier to completely remove the knuckle/rotor assembly, the. install the new strut into the knuckle housing by hammering in a wedge into the knuckle housing slot JUST ENOUGH for new strut to go into the housing smoothly, apply sufficient grease. Then install the knuckle housing/strut combo into the car and reassemble as rest of video shows. I tried using the lift method in the video but my floor lift was blocked by the lower control arm and it was hella frustrating. I hope this helps someone. Been a year without issues 👍👍
I have to say this is possibly one of the best instructional videos on car repairs I have seen. I am not a licensed mechanic but have very good mechanical skills and like to make sure that I do things correctly. Thanks for your in depth professional tutorial.
Quite possibly the worst strut design for replacing i have EVER seen.
I am so glad I found this video. Reminds me of my teacher at school. SO in depth and the cleaning and anti seize is essential. Thank you so much for taking the time to make this video and teach us the correct way.
Glad I got the fully loaded struts with springs. Tips for people attempting this: make sure you have a triple square set and big breaker bar. The worst part was my 3 strut bolts kept spinning with the nut. Had to cut 2 of them off. Make sure you soak these so the bolt breaks loose before the nut strips out of the bracket.
MAN! WHAT A VIDEO. I LOVE HOW YOU EXPLAIN EVERYTHING SO CLEARLY, AND VIDEO IS EXCELLENT.
Love your videos, always appreciate a preview of the work I'm about to do
Excellent presentation, thanks for the torque specs. You articulate very well.
Definitely don’t have to do all of that to install the strut assembly……. Literally took me like 15 to 30 minutes let the rotor, caliper and all hang by the axle…. After tapping the knuckle to get old strut out install new one an press down on the knuckle an boom 🎉😑… 10000x easier
Excellent explanation very good gentleman thank you very much , the best explanation ever
I liked that you mentioned to use new hardware and anti-seize, but why would you not want to replace that axle bolt? First off, it's a significant safety concern, and secondly, it's a stretch bolt that's been compromised. If I recall, the mark 5 and earlier vw's had higher torque and angle value.
Very clearly demonstrated
Excellent video and commentary all around.. but why didn’t you replace the springs and mounts while you had the struts out? I know these VW are prone to break coil springs.. awesome spring compressor, wish I had that.. great video
Life saver👍
Excellent video
Great video. Thanks for posting
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dd this job today, did not come apart that easy
Great video thank you!
a very excellent how to video
Excellent
very helpful
Excellent video. I need to replace the struts in my 2013 Jetta. Is there a video on how to replace sway bar bushings? And lower control arms? BTW, I didn't know Harry (you know who I am taking about) was a mechanic.
My friend needs struts in her 17 jetta I have a good bud who can repair it in no time he is a millwright
Do you need to do an alignment after taking the axle bolt out ?
Is a wheel alignment recommended after doing this ? Also, is the 6mm a triple square?
Do you have a list of recommended torque for all of the bolts?
Why did the axel bolt is easily come out? The axle is supposed to turn with the bolt when the wheel is jacked up in the air.
RED thread lock?
What is the name of the spray you put on the arrow after brushing it that turned a copper color, something like rust remover? Thank you
Your missing a tool in the description that weird ass triple square male socket 14mm
Why on earth wouldn't you replace the strut mount and bearing while it's apart, clearly rusted and not long before needing replacement. There is a cheap strut housing spreader tool that makes it much easier to remove the strut. When using a torque wrench, if the nut or bolt doesn't turn before indicating it's torqued, you are already over tightened. You have no idea how tight the bolts are on those wheels.
Just checked your 'strut spreader tool' suggestion and that seems easier than taking everything off to remove your strut.. Thanks for the info...I see them online also to buy...
When they do a alignment on this car do they need to just the strut it's self couse I replaced mine 2 days ago and back. But the front struts are not seating center on top were the 3 bolts are
Can anyone tell me what that tool is when he says “size 14” like is it a torques bit? I looked up pinch bolt bit but nothing looks like what he has
Great video but I'm stuck on the size 14 "tool that looks like this" for the pinch bolt, I couldnt find it in my autoparts store. I dont even know what its called.
triple square
Triple square bit. I found it thank god.
Yup, this is the downside to owning a German car. Everything is special order!
We have a 2014 Jetta and 1970 Karmann Ghia, so I just bought a set since the newer car uses multiple sizes.
If you're replacing your struts you should probably replace the springs. Springs on our cars are notoriously terrible and grenade all the time.
I called around to my local shops and they kept giving me estimates of $800 for just labor, even though I’m providing the parts but I’ve installed shocks and struts on a 240… imported from Japan, the way this is done seems to be familiar with that.. so I was planning on doing it myself, but because I had guidance on the 240 I’m scared I’ll fuck it up on my own.. for any car people, is the vw a lot harder?
At 89$ a whole strut assembly, I guess it's wise to just replace it all assembled strut spring bearing brand new in the crate.
AutoZone vende kyb?
This is insane. I did a CRV and it was 1% the effort vs this car.
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What about the rear?
So I have done everything in the video, turned my car on and my instrument is lit up like a Christmas tree..... help?
+@KaidamanSensation We wouldn't be able to diagnose an issue like that here, you may want to have a local mechanic take a look at it. Thanks for checking us out! 1aau.to/m/Shop-1AAuto-c
why not remove the entire brake instead of just the caliper/pads?
This is an overly complicated way. In the wheel well all you need to remove is the driveshaft bolt, 3 bottom ball joint nuts, anti roll bar link (top nut) and the shock absorber bolt & nut. Then use a spreader bit in the back of the shock and the hub will literally fall off. I'd also use that drive shaft torque spec at your own risk. Across the VAG range they are usually 200nm + 180° and normally require a 3/4 inch breaker bar for the final degree
It's NOT 100 NM for the bottom 3 nuts of the ball joint.
its not 15/16
He sure didn't show how n how much trouble it is to get those three bottom screws. He just shows the bolts going in. No No No show the trouble it takes n the remedy
Надо же додуматься брать ключом за шток амортизатора и ещё другим показивать!
Me: I can do this!
Me: (Sees spring compression fixture)
Me: Alright, guess I'm taking it to a shop.
SMH. This video is bad.
Youll need a triple square and a knuckle spreader tool or similar. No need to smack the knuckle with a hammer repeatedly.
Also, the axle bolt is a 1 time use only. Its better to avoid removing that part if possible.
What are you doing man you replacing the strut or the whole knuckle😂😂😂😂
The tool he is talking about that "looks like this" is a m14 triple square bit. Also..on the lower control arm the 18mm nut, make sure you have a deep socket so the bolt won't hit the drive head.