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Rear axle beam (drum brakes; basic running gear and 1.2 TDI running gear): exploded view — AUDI

Rear axle beam (drum brakes; basic running gear and 1.2 TDI running gear): exploded view on Audi: factory workshop procedure.

Workshop procedure for AUDI — the factory write-up, straight from real workshop data.

factory workshop text

📋 Procedure

ℹ️ Torque figures below come verbatim from workshop data — always cross-check against your vehicle's factory manual before final tightening.

Rear axle beam (drum brakes; basic running gear and 1.2 TDI running gear): exploded view
General notes
Chapter
Axle beam
Up to week 13/02
Keep contact surface and tapped holes for stub axle free from paint and dirt.
For correct version refer to
Parts catalogue
Axle beam
From week 14/02 onwards
Keep contact surface and tapped holes for stub axle free from paint and dirt.
For correct version refer to
Parts catalogue
Spring plate
Check spring plate for damage
Coil spring
Removing and installing
Chapter
Surface of spring coil must not be damaged
Note colour markings - they must always face towards axle.
For correct version refer to
Parts catalogue
Spring plate
Hexagon bolt, 30 Nm and turn 90° further
Always renew if removed
Shock absorber
For correct version refer to
Parts catalogue
Disposal
Chapter
Checking shock absorber for leaks and noises
Chapter
Self-locking hexagon nut, 55 Nm
Always renew if removed
When tightening nut, ensure axle beam is in horizontal position (unladen) and load rear of vehicle with one person
Hexagon bolt
Always renew if removed
Hexagon socket head bolt, 8 Nm
ABS speed sensor
Before inserting sensor, clean inner surface of fitting hole and coat with grease G 000 650
Stub axle
Must not be straightened
Recutting the thread is not permitted
Brake backplate with brake shoes
Servicing
Brake system; Repair group 46; Servicing rear brakes (drum brakes)
Wheel hub with wheel bearing
For 1.2 TDI running gear
The ABS sensor ring is incorporated in the wheel hub
Removing and installing
Chapter
Wheel bearing and wheel hub are combined in one housing.
This wheel bearing/hub unit is maintenance-free and has zero play. There is no provision for adjustment or repair.
Brake drum
For 1.2 TDI running gear
Cross-head screw, 4 Nm
Brake drum
For basic running gear
Dust cap
Always renew if removed
Removing and installing (basic running gear)
Chapter
Removing and installing (1.2 TDI running gear)
Chapter
Proper sealing can only be achieved by installing a new dust cap.
This is essential for optimum function and service life of wheel bearing.
12-point nut (self-locking)
Always renew if removed
Tightening torques:
1.2 TDI running gear: 175 Nm
Basic running gear: 70 Nm and turn 30° further
Wheel hub with wheel bearing
For basic running gear
The ABS sensor ring is incorporated in the wheel hub
Removing and installing
Chapter
Wheel bearing and wheel hub are combined in one housing.
This wheel bearing/hub unit is maintenance-free and has zero play. There is no provision for adjustment or repair.
Hexagon bolt
Always renew if removed
4x
With convex washer
Tightening torques:
1.2 TDI running gear: 60 Nm
Basic running gear: 30 Nm and turn 90° further
Bracket for handbrake cable
For 1.2 TDI running gear only
Hexagon bolt, 55 Nm and turn 90° further
Always renew if removed
Mounting bracket for rear axle
Hexagon nut, 75 Nm
Washer
Washer
Insert from centre of vehicle
Two washers may be fitted on some versions. The total thickness must always be 8 mm.
Bonded rubber bush
Removing and installing:
Manually with special tools
Chapter
Using hydraulic press
VAS 6178
,
VAS 6179
and
VAS 6180
Chapter
Hydraulic bonded rubber bush
Only installed up to approx. week 30/00
Not supplied as replacement part.
If bush is leaking it must be replaced with a conventional bonded rubber bush
Mixed installation of different versions on the same vehicle is not permissible.
Removing
Chapter
Bolt
Install from outside of vehicle
Always renew if removed
Bracket for handbrake cable

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Workshop data on this page last updated 20 Sep 2026.