Removing and installing swivel joint - Audi A1 with front-wheel drive — AUDI

🧭 Before you start

Fits: Audi A1 (8X, 2010–2018)

• Special tools named: T10520

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• Do not let the drive shaft hang down under its own weight, as otherwise excessive bending could damage the inner CV joint. — Tie up drive shaft to body with wire.
• Leave nut screwed on a few turns to protect threads on swivel joint.
• Place engine and gearbox jackVAS 6931 underneath (risk of accident from parts dropping down when swivel joint is pressed out).
• Screw on new nut (counterhold swivel joint with Torx key if necessary).

📋 Procedure

1. Loosen bolt/nut securing drive shaft at wheel hub .
2. Remove wheel .
3. Unscrew nuts (arrows).
4. Pull wishbone out of swivel joint. [Note: When removing and installing, take care not to damage the rubber boot of the swivel joint. The boot should be protected against damage if necessary.If the drive shaft cannot be pulled out of the wheel hub by hand, use press tool3283 A or T10520.]
5. Pull outer joint of drive shaft out of wheel hub.

6. ⚠ Do not let the drive shaft hang down under its own weight, as otherwise excessive bending could damage the inner CV joint. — Tie up drive shaft to body with wire.
7. Loosen nut for swivel joint. [Note: Leave nut screwed on a few turns to protect threads on swivel joint.]
8. Apply ball joint puller3287 A(item 1) as shown in illustration and press out swivel joint. [Note: Place engine and gearbox jackVAS 6931 underneath (risk of accident from parts dropping down when swivel joint is pressed out).]
9. Insert swivel joint in wheel bearing housing.
10. Screw on new nut (counterhold swivel joint with Torx key if necessary).
11. Install drive shaft .
12. Overview table: when does wheel alignment have to be checked?

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