Removal the drive axle shaft (VW Golf 1)

The lock nut at the axle hub is self-locking and should be renewed each time it is assembled. It is also important to know that a raised Volkswagen with the half-axle removed should not be lowered from the supports or moved at all. Otherwise, the wheel bearings are loaded unevenly and the bearing rollers are damaged

Remove the hub cap.

Loosen the SW 30 hexagon nut in the wheel hub: for this the vehicle must be absolutely secure.

Raise the front of the car onto stands.

Remove the bolts with the internal "star" near the gearbox.

Move the axle shaft away from the gearbox flange: pull out the axle shaft.

Remove the axle shaft from the wheel hub.

For automatic transmission: After disconnecting the clamping connection, remove the axle shaft from the wheel hub. Only after the wheel hub is tilted outward can the axle shaft be removed.

When installing, install the bolts (with an internal "star") together with new spring rings or gaskets. The tightening torque should be 45 Nm.

Lower the car; block the wheels. Tighten the new axle hub nut to a torque of 230 Nm.