Golf L4-2.0L (ABA) (1996)
Fig. 1 Removing Outer CV Joint
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Drive joint off axle shaft with firm blow from soft mallet.
Fig. 2 Tightening Outer CV Joint Boot Clamp
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Position VAG 1682 pliers or equivalent as shown in illustration.
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Make sure plier jaws seat in grooves of clamp (arrows -B-)
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Tension clamp by using torque wrench to turn spindle (keep pliers at right angle to shaft).
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Tightening torque: 20 Nm (15 ft. lb.)
NOTE:
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Due to the hardness of the boot material (compared to rubber), it is necessary to use a stainless steel clamp. The clamp can only be properly
tightened using VAG 1682 pliers.
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Use a torque wrench with 5-50 Nm (4-37 ft. lb.) range (e.g. VAG 1331 or equivalent).
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Make sure that the spindle threads of the pliers are not tight. If necessary coat the threads with MoS2 grease to ensure smooth operation.
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If the spindle threads are tight (e.g. dirty) the force necessary for correctly tightening the clamp will not be achieved, despite correct torque
readings.
Fig. 3 Tightening Small End Clamp