A3 Quattro V6-3.2L (CBRA) (2009)
Wheel Bearing: Removal and Replacement
AWD
Wheel Bearing Unit
Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required
‹› Torque Wrench (VAG 1332)
‹› Torque Wrench (VAG 1410)
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: Service and
Repair/Rear Axle in Curb Weight Position.
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Remove coil spring. Refer to => [ Coil Spring ] See: Suspension Spring ( Coil / Leaf )/Service and Repair/Rear Suspension/Coil Spring.
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Remove drive axle. Refer to => [ Drive Axle ] See: Transmission and Drivetrain/Drive Axles, Bearings and Joints/Axle Shaft Assembly/Service
and Repair/Removal and Replacement/Rear Suspension.
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Remove brake carrier and brake caliper and tie to body with wire.
‹› Do not allow brake caliper to hang from brake line.
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Remove screw for brake disc and take out brake disc.
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Remove bolts - 2 -.
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Remove wheel bearing unit from wheel bearing housing.
CAUTION.
‹› Avoid contaminating with dirt and damaging the seal when setting down/storing.
The wheel bearing - 1 - must always face up.