How to carry out replacement: Wheel Bearing 1.9 TDI Golf Plus
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This replacement procedure can be used for:
VW GOLF PLUS (5M1, 521) 1.6 BiFuel, VW GOLF PLUS (5M1, 521) 1.6 TDI, VW GOLF PLUS (5M1, 521) 1.2 TSI, VW GOLF PLUS (5M1, 521) 1.4 16V, VW GOLF PLUS (5M1, 521) 1.6 FSI, VW GOLF PLUS (5M1, 521) 1.9 TDI, VW GOLF PLUS (5M1, 521) 2.0 TDI 16V, VW GOLF PLUS (5M1, 521) 2.0 FSI, VW GOLF PLUS (5M1, 521) 1.9 TDI, VW GOLF PLUS (5M1, 521) 1.6, VW GOLF PLUS (5M1, 521) 2.0 TDI, VW GOLF PLUS (5M1, 521) 1.4 16V, VW GOLF PLUS (5M1, 521) 1.4 TSI, VW GOLF PLUS (5M1, 521) 1.4 TSI, VW GOLF PLUS (5M1, 521) 2.0 TDI, VW GOLF PLUS (5M1, 521) 2.0 TDI, VW GOLF PLUS (5M1, 521) 1.4 FSI, VW GOLF PLUS (5M1, 521) 1.4 TSI, VW GOLF PLUS (5M1, 521) 1.4 TSI, VW GOLF PLUS (5M1, 521) 1.6 MultiFuel, VW GOLF PLUS (5M1, 521) 2.0 TDI, VW GOLF PLUS (5M1, 521) 1.6 TDI, VW GOLF PLUS (5M1, 521) 1.2 TSI … View more

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Tools
Replacement: wheel bearing – VW GOLF PLUS (5M1, 521). Tools you need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
All-purpose cleaning spray
Sealant
Copper grease
Torque wrench
XZN socket bit # 14
XZN socket bit # 18
Torx bit T27
Torx bit T30
Wheel impact socket #17
Tap wrench
Hammer
Rubber mallet
Impact screwdriver
Bush and bearing driver set
Crow bar
Wheel chock
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AUTODOC recommends:
  • Do not re-use the bearing assembly of your VW GOLF PLUS (5M1, 521) car.
  • The wheel hub bearing replacement procedure is identical for both wheels on the same axle.
  • Please note: all work on the car – VW GOLF PLUS (5M1, 521) – should be done with the engine switched off.
Carry out replacement in the following order:
  1. Step 1
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    Connect the scan and service tool.
  2. Step 2
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    Put the parking brake system into service mode.
  3. Step 3
    Open the hood.
    Step 4
    Clean the brake fluid reservoir cap. Use a brake cleaner.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Replacement: wheel bearing – VW GOLF PLUS (5M1, 521). After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
    Step 5
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    Unscrew the engine solenoid valve bracket. Use Torx T27. Use a ratchet wrench.
  4. Step 6
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    Unscrew the brake fluid reservoir cap.
  5. Step 7
    Secure the wheels with chocks.
    Step 8
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    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
  6. Step 9
    Raise the rear of the car and secure on supports.
    Step 10
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Warning! To avoid injury, hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. VW GOLF PLUS (5M1, 521)
  7. Step 11
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    Remove the wheel.
  8. Step 12
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    Spread the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
  9. Step 13
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    Clean the brake caliper bracket fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  10. Step 14
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    Unscrew the caliper bracket fastening. Use XZN #14. Use a tap wrench.
  11. Step 15
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    Remove the brake caliper together with its bracket.
    Replacement: wheel bearing – VW GOLF PLUS (5M1, 521). Professionals recommend:
    Tie the caliper to the suspension or to the body with a wire without disconnecting from the brake hose to prevent depressurization of the brake system.Make sure that the brake caliper is not hanging on the brake hose.Don't press the brake pedal after the brake caliper has been removed. As a result, the piston can fall out from the brake cylinder, and brake fluid leakage and depressurization of the system may occur. Check the brake caliper bracket, brake caliper guide pins and boots. Clean them. Replace, if necessary.
  12. Step 16
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    Clean the brake disc fastener. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  13. Step 17
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    Unscrew the brake disc fastening. Use Torx T30. Use an impact screwdriver.
  14. Step 18
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    Remove the brake disc. Use a rubber mallet.
  15. Step 19
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    Remove the hub bearing protection cap. Use a hammer. Use a crowbar.
    Please note!
    Some cars are not equipped with wheel hub caps.
  16. Step 20
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    Unscrew the hub bearing mounting. Use XZN #16. Use a tap wrench.
  17. Step 21
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    Remove the fastening bolt.
  18. Step 22
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    Remove the hub and the bearing together, since they are a sealed unit.
  19. Step 23
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    Clean the hub bearing mounting seat. Use a wire brush. Use all-purpose cleaning spray.
  20. Step 24
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    Install the new wheel hub with a bearing. Use a bush and bearing driver set. Use a hammer.
  21. Step 25
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    Treat the fasteners of the wheel hub bearing. Use a sealant.
  22. Step 26
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    Install the fastening bolt.
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