GTI L4-2.0L Turbo (BPY) (2007)
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Attach ball joint puller 3287 A as depicted in illustration and press out ball joint.
Note:
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Place Engine/Transmission Jack V.A.G 1383 A or similar underneath (risk of accident if components fall off when pressing out ball joint.
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To protect ball joint thread, leave nut on a few turns.
Installing
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Insert ball joint into wheel bearing housing.
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Install drive axle in wheel hub.
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Install new self-locking nut, and counter-hold with internal Torx bit T40.
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Tighten nuts - arrows -.
Note: Ensure that boot is not damaged or twisted.
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Install wheel and tighten.
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Tighten drive axle bolt to wheel hub.
Note: When doing this, vehicle must not stand on wheels, otherwise wheel bearing may be damaged.
Tightening torques