Wheel Bearing Unit, Removing And Installing, Fwd: Removing

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Fig 1: Removing Dust Cap (1 Of 2)

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-- Remove the brake shield. Refer to BRAKE SHIELD, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .

-- Loosen the cap by lightly tapping on the Puller - Grease Cap:VW 637/2 -1-.

-- Pry the cap with the Puller - Grease Cap:VW 637/2 -1-.

Fig 2: Removing Dust Cap (2 Of 2)

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CAUTION:

There is a risk of damaging the threads.

The bolt must not be loosened or tightened with an impact wrench.

-- Remove the nut/bolt located below and remove the wheel bearing from the axle stub.

Handling the wheel bearing. Refer to Figure.

-- Remove the front seal -arrow- from the axle stub.

Fig 3: Front Seal

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