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Axle Nut: Service and Repair
Hex Bolt between Drive Axle and Wheel Hub, Loosening and Tightening

Hex Bolt between Drive Axle and Wheel Hub, Loosening and Tightening

Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required

‹› Angle Wrench (V.A.G 1756)

Drive axle to wheel hub threaded connection, loosening 

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Only loosen drive axle to wheel hub threaded connection a maximum of 90° when vehicle is resting on its wheels, otherwise wheel bearing will be
damaged.

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Raise vehicle enough that wheels hang freely.

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Operate brake (second technician required).

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Remove bolt - arrow -.

Drive axle to wheel hub threaded connection, tightening 

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Replace bolt - arrow -.

‹› Before installing, threads in constant velocity joint should be cleaned with a tap.

‹› Wheels must not yet touch the ground to tighten the drive axle, wheel bearing may otherwise be pre-damaged.

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Operate brake (second technician required).

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Tighten bolt to 200 Nm.

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Lower vehicle onto its wheels.

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Tighten bolt an additional 180°.

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