TT Quattro Coupe V6-3.2L (BHE) (2005)
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Turn cage until two cage openings - arrow - are level with joint body.
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Lift out cage together with hub.
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Swing one segment of the hub into one of the cage openings.
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Pivot hub out of cage.
Note:
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The 6 balls in each joint belong to one tolerance group. Check stub axle, hub, cage and balls for pitting and signs of seizure.
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Excessive backlash in the joint will cause knocking or jolts under load change; in such cases the joint must be replaced.
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Polished areas and ball track marks are not a reason for changing the joint.
Installing
Installation is performed in reverse sequence; note the following:
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Pack half of the total quantity of grease into the joint body.
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Install cage with hub into joint body.
Note: Cage must be inserted in correct position (i.e. sides facing in same direction as original position).
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Press in the balls one after the other from opposite sides, taking care to re-establish the original position of the hub relative to the cage and the
joint body.
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Install new circlip in shaft.
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Distribute remaining grease in boot.