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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