Audi A4: Clamp on Triple Roller Joint and Outer Joint, Tensioning
Note
Depending on the version of the clamp, use the following
tools:
Special tools and workshop equipment required
- Torque Wrench 1331 5-50Nm -VAG1331-
- Clamping Pliers -VAG1682A-
- Locking Pliers -VAS6199-
Tension the Stainless Steel Clamp using the -VAG1682A-.
- Attach the -VAG1682- as shown.
- The jaws on the pliers must be centered
-arrow- on the clamp
-2-.

Note
- The spindle threads must turn easily. If necessary, coat
with MoS2 lubricating grease.
- If difficult to tighten, for example because of dirty
threads, the proper clamping force of the clamping sleeve will
not be reached even when tightened to the specification.
- Tension the clamp by turning the spindle
-1- with the torque wrench. Do not
tilt the clamping pliers during this.
- Tightening specification: 20 Nm.
Tension the Clamp with Retaining Tabs using the -VAS6199-.
Note
To better position the internal multi-point bolts when
installing the drive axle, the clamp crimping ear
-2- must be between the joint
connecting flanges -1-.
- Engage the clamp at the first catch by hand.

- Close the clamp using the -VAS6199--2-.

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1 -
Emblem
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2 -
quattro Name Badge
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Contact Surface Cleaning Set -VAS6410-, Using
The Contact Surface Cleaning Set -VAS6410- makes optimal
repair quality possible in the realm of vehicle electronics.
Using the tools, service work can be performed in the area of
the contact sensor on the threaded connection wiring harnesses
in the