Q7 Quattro V6-3.6L (BHK) (2007)
Rear Knuckle: Service and Repair
Wheel Bearing Housing
Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required
‹› Torque Wrench (V.A.G 1332)
‹› Torque Wrench (V.A.G 1410)
‹› Wood block (hardwood) 30 x 50 x 1300 mm
Removing
‹› If wheel bearing housing is replaced, axle alignment should be performed after installation. Refer to => [ Work Procedure, Vehicle Alignment
Overview ] See: Alignment/Service and Repair/Work Procedure, Vehicle Alignment Overview.
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With vehicles with air suspension, place vehicle on hoist. Refer to => [ Positioning Vehicle on Hoist and Wheels ] See: Service and
Repair/Procedures/Positioning Vehicle on Hoist and Wheels.
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Remove the drive axle. Refer to => [ Drive Axle ] See: Transmission and Drivetrain/Drive Axles, Bearings and Joints/Axle Shaft
Assembly/Service and Repair/Removal and Replacement/Rear Suspension/Drive Axle.
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Insert wood block between underbody - Arrow A - and upper rear control arm - Arrow B -.
Wood block is needed to press wheel bearing housing down.
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Remove nut from bolt - arrow -