Clamp On Triple Roller Joint And Outer Joint, TENSIONING

Special Tools And Workshop Equipment Required

Torque Wrench 1331 5-50 Nm:VAG1331
Clamping Pliers:VAG1682A
Locking Pliers:VAS6199

NOTE:

Depending on the version of the clamp, use the following tools:

Tension the Stainless Steel Clamp using the :VAG1682A .

Fig 1: Tension the Clamp Using the : VAG1682A.

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-- Attach the :VAG1682 as shown.

The jaws on the pliers must be centered -arrow- on the clamp -2-.

NOTE:

The spindle threads must turn easily. If necessary, coat with MoS₂ lubricating grease.

If difficult to tighten, for example because of dirty threads, the proper clamping force of the clamping sleeve will not be reached even when tightened to the specification.

-- Tension the clamp by turning the spindle -1- with the torque wrench. Do not tilt the clamping pliers during this.

Tightening specification: 20 Nm.

Tension the Clamp with Retaining Tabs using the :VAS6199 .

Fig 2: Identifying Clamping Sleeve Connecting Tube & Joint Connecting Flanges

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NOTE:

To better position the internal multi-point bolts when installing the drive axle, the clamp crimping ear -2- must be between the joint connecting flanges -1-.

-- Engage the clamp at the first catch by hand.

-- Close the clamp using the :VAS6199 -2-.

Fig 3: Closing Clamp Using Locking Pliers VAS 6199

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