Removing and installing clutch release bearing with release lever and guide sleeve — AUDI

🧭 Before you start

Fits: Audi A3 (8P, 2003–2012)

📋 Procedure

1. Unhook spring (arrow) from clutch release lever.
2. Remove bolts (1) and (2).
3. Remove release lever with release bearing and guide sleeve.
4. Rotate guide sleeve (1) approx. 90° in (direction of arrow).
5. Pull guide sleeve (1) out of release bearing (3).

6. Press the two retaining tabs (4) together and pull release bearing (3) off release lever (2).
7. Press release bearing (A) into clutch release lever until both retaining tabs (arrows) engage.
8. Lubricate surface on release lever which contacts ball-head pin with greaseG 000 100.
9. Attach retaining spring to clutch release lever (arrow).
10. Insert clutch release lever together with release bearing and guide sleeve.
11. Engage retaining spring (arrow) on ball-head pin.
12. Tighten bolts (1) and (2). Tightening torque

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