A3 L4-2.0L Turbo (BPY) (2006)
Wheel Bearing: Removal and Replacement
FWD
Wheel Bearing Housing
Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required
‹› Torque Wrench (VAG 1332)
Removing
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Measure dimension from center of wheel to lower edge of wheel housing. Refer to => [ Rear Axle in Curb Weight Position ] See:
Suspension/Service and Repair/Rear Axle in Curb Weight Position.
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Remove wheel.
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Remove coil spring. Refer to => [ Coil Spring ] See: Suspension/Suspension Spring ( Coil / Leaf )/Service and Repair/Rear Suspension/Coil
Spring.
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Remove brake carrier and brake caliper and tie to body with wire.
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Remove ABS speed sensor from wheel bearing housing.
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Remove cover plate.
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Remove bolt - 2 - and washer - 1 -.
The washer - 1 - is installed on vehicles with an aluminum wheel bearing housing.
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Remove bolt for tie rod - 1 -, upper transverse link - 2 - and lower transverse link - 3 - from wheel bearing housing - 4 -.