Clamp On Triple Roller Joint And Outer Joint, TENSIONING

Depending on the version of the clamp, use the following tools:

Special Tools And Workshop Equipment Required 

• Locking Pliers :VAS6199 
• Clamping Pliers :VAG1682A 

Mount and Tension Stainless Steel Clamps Using :VAG1682A  as Illustrated.

-- Make sure that the jaws of the tension clamp seat in the corners -arrows B- of the connecting tube.

-- Tighten the clamp by turning the spindle using a torque wrench -C- (do not tilt the pliers).

• The hard material of the CV boot (compared to rubber) makes it necessary to use a stainless steel hose clamp. It is only possible to tighten the hose clamp with :VAG1682A  .
• Tightening specification: 20 Nm.
• Use torque wrench with 5 to 50 Nm range (for example, :VAG1331  ).
• Make sure the thread on the spindle -A- is easy to move. Lubricate with MoS₂ grease, if necessary.
• If the thread is tight, for example, dirty, the required tensioning force for the hose clamp will not be achieved in spite of correct torque specification settings.

Attach and Tension the Clamp with the Tabs Using the :VAS6199  , as Illustrated.

-- For a better alignment of multi-point socket head bolts when installing drive axle, the lock -2- on the clamping sleeve must be located between the joint connecting flanges -1-.

-- Engage the clamp at the first catch by hand.

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