TT Coupe L4-1.8L Turbo (ATC) (2001)
Constant Velocity Joint: Testing and Inspection
Inner Constant Velocity Joint
Inner constant velocity joint, checking
The joint should be dismantled to replace dirty grease and when checking the balls and ball tracks for wear and damage.
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Swivel ball hub and ball cage.
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Press out ball cage in direction of arrow.
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Press balls out of cage.
Notes: The ball hub and joint are paired and should be marked before dismantling. Make sure that the ball tracks are matched up correctly.
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Tilt ball hub out of ball cage over ball track (arrows). Check joint housing, ball hub, ball cage and balls for indentations (pitting) and signs of
seizure.
Notes: Excessive backlash in joint will be noticed as a knock during load changes. In such cases, the joint must be replaced. Polished areas and ball
track marks are not a reason for changing the joint.
Installing
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Insert ball hub over both chamfers into the ball cage. The hub can be installed in any position. Press balls into the cage.
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Insert hub with cage and balls at right angle to the joint.