Replace strut mount bearing assembly Volkswagen Passat cc Audi Skoda Seat VAG WannabeMechanic flansa

Hello wannabe mechanics,in this episode we will replace the strut mount and the strut mount’s bearing on a Volkswagen Passat CC. Obviously it is dangerous to drive in a car with defective strut mount bearings. In addition to the safety aspect, there is an economic incentive to replace defective strut mount bearings. Over time, they will cause consequential damage to other parts of the suspension ,- and thus additional and unnecessary repair costs for the car owner.
The strut mount bearing is an important part of the suspension and connects the strut with the body. The bearings on the front axle allow the strut to turn in the strut tower during steering movements, thus ensuring smooth and precise steering. In addition, the strut can change its angle to the body, within the strut tower to a certain extent, thanks to the strut mount bearing. The damping effect of the bearing ,also ensures that noise and vibrations of the suspension ,are not transmitted to the body.
Strut mount bearings are designed to last the lifetime of the vehicle. However, wear, high load or external influences such as frost, salt, humidity and temperature fluctuations can lead to a shortened lifespan.
How to recognize a defective strut mount bearing:
If you want to detect a defective strut mount bearing, there are several signs that you should keep in mind:
• You can hear a loud bang when driving over a pothole or a moderate bang when driving over bumps on the road may indicate a defective strut mount bearing.
• The steering is heavier, works sometimes even jerky; it has more play than usual or reacts with a delay on steering movements.
• Turn the steering wheel slightly in both directions with the engine started and the handbrake engaged. Outside the car, a person listens carefully. If there is a slight squeaking or creaking, one or both bearings are likely to be defective.

Disclaimer: The content of this video is available for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for the professional advice of a mechanic who has personally inspected your vehicle. Wannabe Mechanic and any sponsors of this video assume no liability for property damage or injury incurred as a result of any of the information contained in this video. Use this information at your own risk. Wannabe Mechanic recommends safe practices when working on vehicles and or with tools seen or implied in this video. Due to factors beyond the control of Wannabe Mechanic, no information contained in this video shall create any expressed or implied warranty or guarantee of any particular result. Any injury, damage, or loss that may result from improper use of these tools, equipment, or from the information contained in this video is the sole responsibility of the user and not Wannabe Mechanic.

Видео Replace strut mount bearing assembly Volkswagen Passat cc Audi Skoda Seat VAG WannabeMechanic flansa канала Wannabe Mechanic