Checking Outer Constant Velocity Joint - Volkswagen Jetta 2005 Workshop Manual

Golf Variant 2007 ➤ , Jetta 2005 ➤
Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 07.2010
Tighten clamp on outer joint
– Apply special pliers -V.A.G 1682- as shown in diagram. En‐
sure jaws of tool contact corners -arrows B- of clamp.
– Tighten clamp by turning spindle with a torque wrench (do not
cant pliers).
Note
Because a stainless steel boot clamp is required due to the
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hard material of the joint boot (compared to rubber), it is pos‐
sible to tighten the clamp only with clamp tensioner -V.A.G
1682- .
Torque setting: 25 Nm.
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Use torque wrench -C- with adjustment range 5 ... 50 Nm, (e.g.
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torque wrench -V.A.G 1331- ).
Make sure thread of spindle -A- on pliers moves freely. Lubri‐
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cate with MoS2 grease if necessary.
If the thread is tight (e.g. due to dirt), the required clamping
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force for the boot clamp will not be attained although the cor‐
rect torque is applied.
Tightening clamp on small diameter
10.2

Checking outer constant velocity joint

The joint is to be dismantled to renew the grease if it is heavily
soiled, or to check the running surfaces of the balls for wear and
damage.
Removing
– Before dismantling, mark position of ball hub in relation to ball
cage and joint body with an electric scriber or oil stone.
– Swing ball hub and ball cage.
– Remove balls one at a time.
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Rep. gr.40 - Front suspension