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Rear Suspension (AWD)|Page 4870 > < Rear Drive Axle with 100 mm Dia. Inner Constant Velocity Joint|Page 4867
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Constant Velocity Joint: Removal and Replacement
Rear Suspension (AWD)

 

Drive axles, removing and Installing 

Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required

 

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Spring compressor V.A.G 1752/1

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Adapter V.A.G 1752/9

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Spring holder A4, rear axle V.A.G 1752/16

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Torque wrench V.A.G 1331

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Torque wrench V.A.G 1332

Removing

 

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Remove wheel covers, remove cover cap on light-alloy wheels (removal hook in vehicle tool kit).

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Only loosen collar bolt - arrow - 90 degrees, otherwise wheel bearing is damaged.

CAUTION!
When loosening and tightening collar bolt, vehicle must stand on wheels.

- risk of accident - 

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Remove wheel.

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Install all 4 wheel bolts hand-tight.

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Engage parking brake.

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Remove collar bolt - arrow -.

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Remove coil spring Go To Rear coil spring See: Steering and Suspension/Suspension/Suspension Spring ( Coil / Leaf )/Service and Repair.

Rear Suspension (AWD)|Page 4870 > < Rear Drive Axle with 100 mm Dia. Inner Constant Velocity Joint|Page 4867