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Audi Workshop Service and Repair Manuals

Removing and installing swivel joint (vehicles with fabricated wishbone and bolt-on swivel joint) > < Checking axial play
Checking radial play
Checking radial play
   
–  Press bottom of wheel firmly inwards and outwards.
  Note!
t  There should be no perceptible or visible “play” when carrying out both tests.
t  Observe the swivel joint while performing the tests.
t  Take into account any existing wheel bearing play or “play” in upper suspension strut mounting.
t  Check rubber boot for damage.
Forged steel wishbone with integral swivel joint
–  Renew complete wishbone if swivel joint is defective.
Fabricated wishbone with bolt-on swivel joint
–  Renew only swivel joint if joint is defective.
  N40-0552

Removing and installing swivel joint (vehicles with fabricated wishbone and bolt-on swivel joint) > < Checking axial play