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Wheel Bearing: Removal and Replacement
Wheel Bearing Unit

Wheel Bearing Unit

Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required

‹› Vehicle Diagnostic, Testing and Information System (VAS 5051B)

‹› Torque wrench (V.A.G 1331)

‹› Torque wrench (V.A.G 1332)

‹› Engine/transmission jack (V.A.G 1383 A)

‹› Mount (T10149)

Removing

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Determine dimension - a - from the center of the wheel to the lower edge of the wheel housing before starting work while the vehicle is resting on
its wheels.

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Loosen the collar screw of the drive shaft threaded connection on the wheel hub in the V8 gasoline engine. Refer to => [ Loosening and
Tightening the Collar Bolt Between the Drive Axle and Wheel Hub ] See: Transmission and Drivetrain/Drive Axles, Bearings and Joints/Axle
Shaft Assembly/Service and Repair/Removal and Replacement/Rear Suspension/Loosening and Tightening the Collar Bolt Between the Drive
Axle and Wheel Hub.

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Loosen the 12-point nut of the drive shaft threaded connection on the wheel hub in the V10 gasoline engine. Refer to => [ Loosening and
Tightening the 12-Point Nut Between the Drive Axle and Wheel Hub ] See: Transmission and Drivetrain/Drive Axles, Bearings and Joints/Axle
Shaft Assembly/Service and Repair/Removal and Replacement/Rear Suspension/Loosening and Tightening the 12-Point Nut Between the Drive
Axle and Wheel Hub.

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Remove wheel.

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Remove the brake caliper with the lines attached and secure it on the body.

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Remove the brake disc. 

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Remove the bolts - 2 - and the cover plate -  1 -.

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