Question 1

How to handle the Clutch Release Bearing during the removal and installation of the transaxle on Volkswagen Jetta?

Accepted Answer

The transaxle can be detached by first removing the spring and then the leaf spring mounting bolt at the end of the clutch release lever in 5-speed models. To tool the lever, push the detent spring back at the pivot end to release the lever then withdraw the lever and release bearing out of the guide sleeve. Then use a screw-driver and flatten the tabs and pull the bearing off the lever and then the plastic pivot out of the ball stud. In 6-speed models, take out the clip that holds the breather assembly to the release unit and then detach the breather assembly to the release cylinder but be sure to plug the breather assembly and cap the release cylinder as soon as possible. On the inside of the transaxle housing, take out the release cylinder/release bearing unit assembly fasteners and unit. To check 5-speed models, take the bearing with the outer race and spin the inner race keeping the pressure, the latter should not spin freely, and it should not have a rattling sound. Wipe off the bearing and check it against damage, wear and cracks without dropping it in solvent. In 6-speed models, leak check and rotate release bearing and apply pressure: replace component in case of leakages or does not rotate easily. The bearing and release cylinder are actually a single piece, therefore, in case one of it is defective, the whole system needs to be changed. To install 5-speed models, lubricate ball stud and plastic pivot with copper grease, grease the release bearing surface and install the spring on the release lever with the plastic pivot in position. Place the lever and bearing and then press the release lever against the ball stud until the spring holds the lever. In 6-speed models, place the release cylinder /bearing on the transmission input shaft, attach and slightly screw in the mounting fasteners evenly so as not to break the ears on the slave cylinder/release bearing. Install the O-ring at the end of the release cylinder, and tie the breather assembly to the slave cylinder and secure the line using the clip. Installation should be finished with bleeding the system, making sure that the brake fluid level in the reservoir is correct, and removing all spilled brake fluid using water.

Question 2

How to handle the Clutch Release Bearing during the removal and installation of the transaxle on Volkswagen Rabbit?

Accepted Answer

Removal of transaxle. Begin by removing the leaf spring mounting bolt at the end of the clutch release lever and removing the spring in 5 speed models. It is necessary to push the detent spring in the pivot direction to release the lever and then pull the lever and release bearing out of the guide sleeve. With a screwdriver, you should press the tabs down and remove the bearing off the lever and the plastic pivot of the ball stud. To 6-speed models, peel off the clip that attaches the breather assembly to the release unit, detach the breather assembly off the release cylinder, and immediately insert the breather assembly and close the release cylinder. Internal transaxle: Delete the mounting fasteners of the release cylinder/release bearing unit. To inspect five-speed models, grab the outer race of the bearing and spin the inner race with pressure, it should not turn easily and it should not make much noise when doing so and otherwise change it. Wipe the bearing, and examine it, not immersing in solvent, but looking after it, its damage, wear and cracks. In 6-speed models, look at the leaks and rotate the release bearing with pressure; change the unit in case of problems. Installation 5-speed models Start with lubrication of ball stud and plastic pivot using copper grease; then follow with spring to the release lever, making sure that the plastic pivot fits in. Install lever and bearing and press the release lever onto the ball stud until the spring holds. In 6-speed models, position the release cylinder/bearing on the transmission input shaft, firmly install and attach the mounting fasteners, re-attach the release cylinder O-ring and attach the breather assembly to the slave cylinder. The other part of the installation is the reversing steps of the de-installation such as bleeding the system, verifying the brake fluid reservoir level, and cleaning the spilled brake fluid using water.

Genuine Volkswagen Clutch Release Bearing

6 Clutch Release Bearings found

Volkswagen Release Bearing Part Number: 020-141-165-G

Volkswagen Release Bearing Part Number: 02A-141-165-M

Volkswagen Release Bearing Part Number: 02A-141-165-R

Volkswagen Slave Cylinder Part Number: 0A5-141-671-P

Volkswagen Slave Cylinder Part Number: 0A5-141-671-S

Volkswagen Transaxle Part Number: 020-300-046-C

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