Wheel Bearing: Removal

Remove brake guard and remove snap ring for angular ball bearing. See Fig 1 .

Fig 1: Removing Ball Bearing Snap Ring
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Heat trailing arm to 248-302°F (120-150°C). Mount arm on a suitable base. Use Special Tool VW 432 or equivalent bearing driver to press out bearing. See Fig 2 .

Fig 2: Using Special Tool VW 432 To Remove Angular Ball Bearing From Control Arm
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If necessary, press inner bearing race out of wheel hub using an extractor and Special Tool P 297 A or equivalent driver. See Fig 3 .

Fig 3: Using Special Tool P 297 A & Extractor To Remove Inner Bearing Race From Wheel Hub

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