Volkswagen Vanagon Official Factory Repair Manual: 1980-1991

Section 40 Front Wheel Suspension — Shafts and Axle
at top right of page 40.4

Shock absorber, removing/installing
Note
Front shock absorber is removed through lower control arm
— with vehicle standing on ground remove lower shock absorber bolt from lower control arm
— lift vehicle
— remove upper nut, washer, bushing and shock absorber from body bracket. Install new shock absorber and bolt to body bracket
— lower vehicle and install lower shock mounting bolt to control arm