Passat Sedan V6-3.6L (BLV) (2008)
Wheel Bearing: Removal and Replacement
Wheel Bearing Unit
Wheel Bearing Unit
Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required
‹› Torque wrench (V.A.G 1332)
Removing
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Remove the hex bolt for drive axle. Refer to => [ Drive Axle Hex Bolt Connection, Loosening and Tightening ] See: Wheel Hub/Axle Nut/Service
and Repair/Removal and Replacement.
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Remove wheel.
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Remove brake caliper with brake carrier and hang on body using wire.
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Remove ABS wheel speed sensor.
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Remove disc brake.
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Press the drive axle out of the hub as far as possible (in direction of transmission).
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Remove bolts - arrows -.
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Remove wheel bearing unit from wheel bearing housing.
Installing
Installation is performed in the reverse order of removal.
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Install brake caliper.
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Tighten the drive axle hex bolt.
‹› Vehicle must not be standing on its wheels when doing this, otherwise wheel bearing will be damaged.
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Install ABS wheel speed sensor.
Tightening Specifications