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Model specific boards => Golf mk2 => Topic started by: mongchops on 30 December 2010, 18:13
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Lo folken.
Just failed its MOT on a couple of things and I'd like to know if its possible for a "moderately handy with a spanner" bloke as me to sort.
Off side rear wheel bearing has excessive play.
Brake load sensing valve linkage seized.
Your thoughts please.
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Wheel bearing is not that hard but easier with a press. You can strip it all down yourself, take the disc to the garage, get them to press the bearing in and then re-assemble it yourself.
The load sensing valve often frees up with some lubricant and a good hammering!
nick
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You may be able to adjust up the rear wheel bearing, worth a try before replacing.
With the brake pressure regulator, cover it in wd40, and hit it with a rubber mallet unit the lever moves freely.
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rear bearing is tapered (you don't need a press) if you remove the metal cap and sur clip, then just turn the nut half a turn that should sort it.
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rear bearing is tapered (you don't need a press) if you remove the metal cap and sur clip, then just turn the nut half a turn that should sort it.
aye its tapered, wont need a press (thats the front ones) but if replacing you may need to ease the new ones in with a suitably sized socket to ensure they sit properly.
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I always do wheel bearings in pairs too.. They're not hard or expensive, and if one's gone the other won't be far behind...
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As already mentioned, they might just need adjustment.
If replacement is required, then doing both would be sensible.
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As already mentioned, they might just need adjustment.
If replacement is required, then doing both would be sensible.
^^^ Try adjusting 1st and see if that helps.
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Thanks chaps, tool kits already out.