suspension overhaul

jstn

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suspension overhaul / single use bolts

i'm replacing my shocks/struts/springs within the next 2 weeks and i'd also like to replace my CA bushings while i'm at it (R32 rears/OEM? fronts).

can anyone tell me what bolts, if any, are single use for this job?

thanks,

- justin
 

PDJetta

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'04 Jetta GLS TDI Pumpe Duce Platinum Grey w/ Leather
These are one-use (Replace always):

Strut top nut to retainer plate
Strut iron nut that holds the spring pertch
Strut to kuckle clamp bolt
Sway bar to control arm bolt
Both front and rear control arm bolts
The three ball joint plate bolts
Ball joint stud nut
Outter CV joint axle nut
Subframe bolts
Some of the engine and transmission mount bolts (the ones with a turn angel specified on the torque. Same goes for the dogbone mount bolts.

I could have missed a couple, but that is the majority of them.

--Nate
 
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