Ball joint, removing and installing: Installing

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Fig 1: Installing New Self-Locking Nut, And Counter-Hold With T40 Torx Bit

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1 - Torx bit T40

2 - Ring wrench insert or slotted ring wrench insert → Fig 2

3 - Torque Wrench 5-50 Nm V.A.G 1331

Fig 2: Identifying Box Wrench Insert & Open End Wrench Insert

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Use new bolts!

1 - Box wrench insert (commercial type, 18 mm)

2 - Open end wrench insert (commercial type, 18 mm)

NOTE:

Torque specifications
Ball joint to control arm Use new bolts!	20 Nm + quarter turn (+90 ° )
Ball joint to wheel bearing housing	45 Nm