2012 Volkswagen Golf TDI, 2D Hatchback, Automatic DCT TransFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Front Wheel Speed Sensor Assembly Overview

Fig 1: Identifying ABS System Components On Front Axle, Removing And Installing
GWWN45-10005Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.
  1. ABS Speed Sensor 
    • Before inserting sensor, clean inner surface of mounting hole and coat with hot bolt paste G 052 112 A3.
    • Removing and Installing, refer to FRONT WHEEL SPEED SENSOR .
  2. Bolt 
    • 8 Nm
  3. Wheel Bearing Unit 
    • The ABS sensor ring is installed in the wheel bearing.
  4. Drive Axle 
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