How to remove and install the rear wheel bearing and rear wheel hub along with the brake components on 2018 Volkswagen GTI?

Loosen the rear wheel bolts, lift the vehicle onto jackstands and remove the wheel. For drum brakes, remove the drum brake and for disc brakes, remove the caliper and hang it. Remove the hub bearing assembly then reinstall in reverse order, making sure clean surfaces and correct torque for all components.

Genuine 2018 Volkswagen GTI Wheel Bearing

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2018 Volkswagen GTI Hub & Bearing Part Number: 8S0-498-625-A
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- Other Name: Bearing; Front Hub & Bearing, Hub & Bearing
- Replaces: 8V0-498-625-A
- Item Weight: 9.80 Pounds
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: 8S0-498-625-A
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Volkswagen's factory warranty.
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Fits the following 2018 Volkswagen GTI Submodels:
- Autobahn, Rabbit Edition, S, SE, Sport | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
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2018 Volkswagen GTI Hub & Bearing Part Number: 5Q0-598-611
$253.14 MSRP: $345.82
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- Other Name: Bearing
- SKU: 5Q0-598-611
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Volkswagen's factory warranty.
Fits the following 2018 Volkswagen GTI Submodels:
- Autobahn, Base, Driver's Edition, Fahrenheit, Rabbit Edition, S, SE, Sport, Wolfsburg Edition | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS

2018 Volkswagen GTI Wheel Bearing Parts and Q&A

Q: How to remove and install the rear wheel bearing and rear wheel hub along with the brake components on 2018 Volkswagen GTI?
A: Loosen the rear wheel bolts, lift the vehicle onto jackstands and remove the wheel. For drum brakes, remove the drum brake and for disc brakes, remove the caliper and hang it. Remove the hub bearing assembly then reinstall in reverse order, making sure clean surfaces and correct torque for all components.