Strut replacement

2006 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA
200,000 MILES • 2.5L • 5 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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PHILMARVT
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Hi Folks: My grandson just bought this car. We just discovered it has a broken spring on the drivers front side. We want to replace both sides with the "complete strut" package. My question is as follows: do we have to remove the wheel bearing hub assembly to replace these struts or is there another easier way? I have all the tools just looking for some tips.
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Phil
Jul 12, 2016 at 12:56 PM
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CARADIODOC
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Wheel bearing never has to be removed to change a strut. The complete assembly you're referring to is the best way to do this because it restores proper ride height which is critical for good tire wear and handling even when the alignment appears to be good, but in your case obviously you must replace the spring. If the car was on a hoist, this job would take a professional about twenty minutes. Reusing the old springs would make the job take up to an hour, and you would add the danger that comes with handling a really stiff spring under compression.
Jul 12, 2016 at 9:24 PM
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