I had a go at it today but I couldn't get to the lower front bolt as the CV joint was in the way🫣. I only had the spline set the 17mm allen socket and the basic required tools to complete this job the same way you did it. Looks like my mechanic will have to lower the bottom arm and pull it outwards & away from the CV to get clearer access. I'm devastated that I couldn't do it. My vehicle is the A6 C6 & it must have a bigger CV joint than the Q5. The hub bearing is an identical part on the A6 & Q5. Still a great video & explanation.
@@grahamshillingford8229 They are different CV axles, 2012 shares the same axle with the 2015 Q5. I wonder if you could just unbolt the two upper control arms from the wheel bearing housing then tilt the housing forward to move the CV axle out of the way?
@@mookie17ful I recommend getting a quote from a local shop. That will be a more accurate price for your location. If you feel they are charging too much you can always shop around. Always go with a shop that has a good reputation.
if you are going to use a hammer to get hub out - don't hit where the lugs go, you'll smash the holes. Better to use a slide hammer or hit the bolts from the back. If you are in the rust belt...have a shop do it.
@@ValleyMobileAutomotive I hear ya, problem is if you can't get the hub/bearing out and smashed the lug holes...cant put it back together to get it to a shop.
@@richrottier That's true, once you start this job you're committed. The good thing is it's an aluminum knuckle. So hopefully even the worst bearing won't be too seized.
