1) Lift the rear of the car and put it on jack stands, leaving it low enough that the tires are still on the ground, but enough clearance to get underneath and reduce the weight on parts. 2) Unbolt the rear axle beam at the bushing joint and bring that end down.
How do you remove a ball joint from a rear axle?
Depending on the age and condition of the tie rod end you may need to use a pickle fork or ball joint remover (red arrow) to separate the ball joint from the bearing housing. By removing the tie rod end and the ball joint the hub now has enough room to move forward while pressing the axle out.
How do I replace the front drive axle?
Remove the front wheel from the side of the vehicle you are replacing the drive axle on. If you do not have an impact gun you can remove the center cap on the front wheel.
How do I remove the rear axle from the hub?
Use a standard three arm press (red arrow) and push the axle out from the hub. Loosely install the axle bolt to use to push against it. With the hub loose the axle can easily be separated from the hub.
How do you Torque a rear axle bolt?
You want to torque the bolt down with the axle at that angle so it doesn't bind up as the axle rotates up and down with bumps in the road. If you need to the car up in the air to access the bolt, here is how to get the axle at that angle. Lower car to ground.
How do you remove CV axle bolts?
0:591:50A Fast And Easy Way To Remove A Cv Axle Nut Without Impact tools!YouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipGo ahead and spray your CV axle with penetrating fluid or some sort of lubricating fluid. Go aheadMoreGo ahead and spray your CV axle with penetrating fluid or some sort of lubricating fluid. Go ahead and get your wheel and pop the center cap. Off.
How do you change a CV axle on a VW?
1:546:19How to Replace Front CV Axle 2006-10 Volkswagen Jetta - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipThere you go now slide the new axle into place pretty much the same way it came out. If you want toMoreThere you go now slide the new axle into place pretty much the same way it came out. If you want to put a little grease on the end of here to make it go on a little easier it's a good.
What size is a Volkswagen axle nut?
It is a 1/2" drive, 30mm, 12 point socket.
What tools do you need to remove a CV axle?
Tools and Equipment Needed to Replace a CV AxleBreaker bar.Dead-blow hammer.Drain pan.Jack and jack stands.Large hammer or mallet.Long-handled diagonal cutting pliers.Pry bar or CV axle puller.Ratchet and socket set.More items...•
How do you remove a CV joint from axle?
0:061:21CV joint removal trick, makes CV boot replacement fast and ... - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipI've taped this on just so go flying off hold this parallel to the ground and let the axle hang downMoreI've taped this on just so go flying off hold this parallel to the ground and let the axle hang down this trick uses gravity to hold the axle straight and the weight of the axle to knock the joint.
How do you replace a CV joint on a golf one?
2:089:53REPLACING VW GOLF MK1 CITI GOLF INNER CV - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipSo that we can move the lower control arm down as you've got the low control arm ball going to thisMoreSo that we can move the lower control arm down as you've got the low control arm ball going to this you're going to push it down a little bit put on the shock. And out comes our CV joint.
What size is the axle nut socket?
Axle Nut Socket 24mm x 12 Pt.
What size is the axle nut on a VW Beetle?
VW 36mm Rear Axle Nut, Beetle, Super, Ghia, Thing, Type 3 - All, Type 2 1955-63.
How do you make a CV axle puller?
0:259:14How to Make a CV Axle Removal Tool for $10 - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipSo that's all you're going to need just two bolts and two nuts about an inch long. You're also goingMoreSo that's all you're going to need just two bolts and two nuts about an inch long. You're also going to need a small piece of 2x4. Six inches is what I use that should do you very well.
How do you remove axle?
1:007:50How To Remove A CV Axle– AutoZone Car Care - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipLet's take a flat blade screwdriver. And I can actually put it between the cooling fins of the rotorMoreLet's take a flat blade screwdriver. And I can actually put it between the cooling fins of the rotor. And as I break it loose they'll come up in the screwdriver. Stop the rotor from. Turning.
How do I remove a stuck CV axle from my hub?
0:190:52How to Remove a Stuck Axle from a Hub Using the OTC Heavy Duty ...YouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipI do is I use a little bit of penetrating. Oil on it spread to help things move then you bolt theMoreI do is I use a little bit of penetrating. Oil on it spread to help things move then you bolt the tool up to the hub here. And as you screw the center bolt in it pushes the axle. Through.
If you are getting a sound from your rear wheels like a small jet trying to take off and it increases with the speed of the vehicle you may need a new rear wheel bearing
If the bearing has failed to the point of damaging the stub axle you will need to replace the stub axle as well. Note: Volkswagen considers the axle hardware to be single use only and new hardware must be used when performing this work.
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Figure 1 With the wheel hub and bearing removed you can inspect the stub axle (red arrow). The stub axle should be smooth and even without any wearing, pitting, grooving or discoloration. The wheel bearing should fit tight on the axle and not turn around it.
Like many modern manufacturers Volkswagen shares components and even platforms across its many model lines
This article is based on one of those shared components but the work may have been performed on a different model than your vehicle. While some fasteners and other hardware types and sizes may be different, all of the information you need to safely complete the project is included in this article.
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Figure 1 If you do not have an impact gun you can remove the center cap on the front wheel. Leave the car on the ground and insert the 27mm socket through the center (red arrow). Next, place the largest breaker bar you have on the socket and break the bolt loose.
