Pressing Wheel Hub Into Wheel Bearing

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Fig 1: Identifying Punch VW 412, Thrust Plate VW 402, Wheel Hub, Ball Bearing & Thrust Plate VW 401

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-- Install special tools as shown in illustration.

NOTE:

The reworked surface on the wheel bearing outer race faces down.

CAUTION:

When installing or pressing in, make sure there is no dirt or contaminants between the :VW 401 -5- and the ball bearing -4-.

-- Press the wheel hub into the wheel bearing.

-- Install wheel bearing unit. Refer to WHEEL BEARING UNIT .