Eibach Multi-Pro R1 User manual

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Kit Contents Description Part Number Qty
Front Coil Over Assembly 8598.8500 2
Rear Damper 8598.8600 2
Rear Main Spring 0800.250.0300 2
Perch, Rear 8000155 2
Perch, Rear Threaded 8000084 2
Height adjustment tool PDK.TOOL 1
Rebound adjustment tool PDR.TOOL 1
NOTES: Read All Instructions Before Beginning Installation
•Installation of a Eibach Multi-Pro Coil-Over set should only be performed by a qualified mechanic
experienced in the installation and removal of suspension componentry.
•Use of a hoist is highly recommended and will substantially reduce installation time.
•Never work on or under a vehicle unless it is properly supported by safety stands and wheels are blocked.
•Never use impact wrenches or guns to install or remove shock absorber piston components, shafts and
piston rod nuts.
•After installation, it is always important to inspect and adjust the following if necessary:
- Wheel alignment such as camber, caster & toe.
- Tire and/or wheel fender clearance.
- Brake line clearance and attachments.
- Brake anti-locking and anti-skid system sensors.
•Alignment: After installation, you will need a full vehicle alignment to ensure proper tire wear and
performance.
•Height Adjustment – Should be performed with the wheels completely off the ground and with the springs
fully unloaded.
Tightening torque for piston rod nut
Thread Size Nm ft-lb Thread Size Nm ft-lb Thread Size Nm ft-lb
M8 25 18 M12 x 1.25 35 26 M14 x 1.50 50 37
M10 x 1.0 20 15 M12 x 1.50 40 29 M16 x 1.50 50 37
M10 x 1.25 20 15
Installation Instructions
Eibach Mult
i
-Pro R1 Coilovers -
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8598.71
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2006-2011 Volkswagen, GTi, 2.0L Turbo
2005-2010 Volkswagen, Jetta V, 2.0L Turbo, 2.5L 5cyl.
2006-2009 Volkswagen, Golf V/Rabbit, 2.5L 5cyl.
Eibach Springs, Inc. •264 Mariah Circle •Corona, California 92879-1751
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USA
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Tech Support 800-222-8811 Ext 114

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FRONT SUSPENSION REMOVAL
1. Raise the vehicle off the ground and firmly support
it with safety stands. NOTE: Do not work
underneath the car without the proper safety
equipment
2. After the vehicle is raised and supported at the
frame by safety stands or a hoist, remove the front
tires.
3. Remove the nut that secures the sway bar end link
to the strut. (See Photo 1)
4. Unclip the brake line from the front of the strut.
(See Photo 2)
5. Unclip and disconnect the wheel speed sensor
secondary connection and move it out of the way.
(See Photo 2)
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6. Loosen and remove the nut that secures the sensor
link to the lower control arm. (See Photo 3) Note:
this is on the driver side only.
7. Loosen and remove the nut that secures the tie rod
to the hub, then remove the tie rod from the hub
8. Loosen and remove the bolts that secure the brake
caliper to the hub, then, remove the brake caliper
and move to the side out of the way. Note: Safely
hang the caliper using a zip tie or wire hanger
so that it doesn’t over-extend or damage the
brake line.
9. Loosen and remove the three nuts that secure the
ball joint to the end of the lower control arm.
10. Loosen and remove the pinch bolt from the back of
the hub/strut. (See Photo 4)
11. Loosen and remove the axle bolt.
12. Knock the axle out of the hub, being careful not to
damage the splines on the inside of the hub or
damage the end of the axle.
13. Use a strut spreader tool to expand the hub and
wiggle things a little bit pulling firmly downwards
until the hub is free from the strut, then remove the
hub. (See Photo 5)
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14. Loosen and remove the three bolts on the strut
tower. Note: Have someone hold it from the
bottom so that it doesn’t fall to the ground when
removing the strut tower bolts. (See Photo 6)
15. Remove the upper strut mount from the OE strut as
it will be re-used on the Eibach coilovers.
FRONT SUSPENSION INSTALLATION
16. Install the OE upper strut mount onto the Eibach
front coilover and secure it with the provided nut.
(See Photo 7)
17. Install the Eibach Multi-Pro coil-over into the
vehicle and secure it to the upper strut tower using
the OE nuts. (See Photo 8)
18. Slide the hub onto the strut, and slide the axle into
the rotor, then, secure the ball joint to the lower
control arm using the OE nuts. (See Photo 9)
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19. Raise the suspension upwards until the strut is fully
engaged into the hub then tighten the pinch point
with the OE bolt and nut. (See Photo 10)
20. Secure the tie rod to the hub using the OE nut.
21. Secure the end link to the coilover using the OE
nut. (See Photo 11)
22. Secure the axle to the hub using the OE axle bolt
and torque to factory specs.
23. Reinstall the brake caliper and torque to factory
specs.
24. Secure the brake line to the OE bracket, then,
reconnect the secondary wheel speed sensor and
clip it back onto the OE bracket. (See Photo 12)
25. Secure the sensor link to the lower control arm
using the stock nut. (See Photo 13)
REAR SUSPENSION REMOVAL
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1. Disconnect the sensor link that is located on the
driver side rear spring control arm. (See Photo 14)
2. Using a floor or screw jack support the lower control
arm, then, loosen and remove the OE bolt, lower the
arm down and remove the OE spring. (See Photo
15)
3. Loosen and remove the upper and lower shock
mount bolts, then remove the OE shock. (See
Photos 16 & 17)
4. Remove the OE upper mount from the OE shock as
this will be re-used. (See Photo 18)
REAR SUSPENSION INSTALLATION
5. Slide the provided sleeve onto the strut shaft, then,
slide the OE upper mount onto the Eibach Pro Street
Damper and secure it with the provided nut/jam nut.
(See Photo 19)
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6. Secure the shock to the upper mount using the OE
bolts as shown. (See Photo 20)
7. Secure the lower shock mount using the OE bolt as
shown. (See Photo 21) Note: Make sure the
rebound adjustment window is facing towards
the rear of the car for ease of adjustment.
8. Make sure the OE lower spring isolator pad is left in
the lower spring control arm. (See Photo 22)
9. Using the stock upper isolator install the rear spring
assembly into the vehicle, then raise the control arm
upwards and secure it to the hub using the OE bolt
as shown. (See Photos 23 & 24)
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10. Reconnect the sensor link to the control arm. (See
Photo 25)
11. This concludes the installation of the rear coil-overs.
COMPRESSION AND REBOUND SETTINGS
1. The shocks in this kit are adjustable for compression
and rebound dampening forces. The following steps
explain the adjustable features of this kit.
2. Front Adjustment: Turning the compression/rebound
adjustment in a clockwise or (+ pos.) direction
increases the compression/rebound forces.
Likewise turning the knob in a counterclockwise or (–
neg.) direction decreases the compression/rebound
forces. Note: The front adjustment is located on
the Upper Strut shaft. (See Photo 8)
3. Rear Adjustment: Turning the compression/rebound
adjustment to the right increases the
compression/rebound forces and turning the
adjustment to the left will decrease the
compression/rebound forces. Note: The rear
adjustment is located at the bottom of the shock.
(See Photo 21)
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