{"product_id":"002-517-185-m-genuine-vw-audi-differential-tapered-roller-bearing","title":"002-517-185-M Genuine VW\/Audi Differential Tapered Roller Bearing","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGenuine VW\/Audi differential tapered roller bearing, part number 002-517-185-M.\u003c\/strong\u003e This bearing supports the differential within the specified transmission assembly. Its tapered rolling surfaces provide the bearing interface required at that position, helping maintain controlled differential support when the transmission is assembled and adjusted correctly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTechnical details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOriginal part number: \u003cstrong\u003e002-517-185-M\u003c\/strong\u003e \/ 002517185M.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePublished nominal bearing dimensions: \u003cstrong\u003e46 x 75 x 18 mm\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTapered roller bearing for the specified transmission differential position.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupplied individually as pictured. It is not a complete differential rebuild kit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSome transmission assemblies use a different bearing on the opposite side. Do not assume two identical bearings are required without checking the gearbox diagram.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDifferential, shims, output seals, housing components and mounting hardware are separate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfirm the transmission code, original bearing number and mounting position. Vehicle year and engine alone do not establish the correct bearing for every gearbox variant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCommon reasons to replace\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eReplacement may be required during a transmission or differential rebuild when inspection identifies pitted rolling surfaces, scoring, rough rotation, damaged rollers or cage damage. Excessive differential bearing clearance or noise traced to this bearing position can also require repair.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eInspect the mating bearing surfaces, housing, differential and lubrication condition before fitting a new bearing. Noise that changes with vehicle speed can originate from wheel bearings, gears, other transmission bearings or driveline components. Diagnose the source rather than replacing a differential bearing solely on the basis of a general noise symptom.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMetal contamination or damage elsewhere in the transmission requires evaluation of the complete assembly. Replacing one bearing without correcting worn mating components, incorrect preload or a lubrication problem can leave the original cause unresolved.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eInstallation and rebuild notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFollow the factory rebuild procedure for the exact transmission code. Use the specified pullers, press tools and supports, applying installation force to the appropriate bearing component. Avoid transferring installation loads through the rollers or damaging the housing and differential seats.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMeasure and set differential bearing preload or clearance as required by the gearbox procedure. Existing shim thickness must not be assumed correct after bearings or other related components have been replaced. Inspect companion bearings and renew seals or fasteners required by the repair instructions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMaintain cleanliness throughout assembly and use the prescribed transmission lubricant and fill procedure. Verify rotation, adjustment and final operation after the rebuild. The published bearing dimensions do not replace the gearbox's measurement and assembly specifications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFitment\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eVehicle\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel years\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eEngine\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eConfiguration\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eApplication restrictions\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVolkswagen GTI\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2022–2024\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.0L turbo gasoline, EA888 Gen 4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMk8, front-wheel drive; 6-speed manual\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTransmission differential bearing; confirm gearbox code and the original bearing position. Cataloged in the standard-differential service group.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVolkswagen Golf R\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2018–2019\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.0L turbo gasoline, EA888 Gen 3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMk7.5, 4Motion; 6-speed manual\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTransmission differential bearing; confirm gearbox code and original bearing position. The opposite-side bearing may have a different part number.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAudi A3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2006\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.0L turbo gasoline, BPY\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8P hatchback, front-wheel drive; 6-speed manual\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLeft transmission differential bearing; match original bearing and gearbox code. Not the right-side 02M-517-185-A bearing.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVolkswagen R32\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2004\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.2L VR6 gasoline\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMk4 hatchback, 4Motion; 6-speed manual\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpecified front transmission differential tapered-roller bearing. Confirm 02M gearbox code, original bearing number and mounting side; sold individually.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAudi A4 quattro\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2005.5–2008\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.0L turbo FSI gasoline\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eB7 sedan \/ Avant, quattro; 6-speed manual\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRight-side front differential bearing on manual-transmission vehicles only. Confirm original bearing and gearbox code; excludes automatic transmissions and other differential positions.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eConfirm the gearbox code, original bearing number and bearing position before ordering. One bearing is supplied.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Genuine VW\/Audi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48004690608305,"sku":"002-517-185-M","price":96.65,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0681\/1379\/3201\/files\/002-517-185-m-genuine-vw-audi-1.png?v=1791171342","url":"https:\/\/hstuning.com\/products\/002-517-185-m-genuine-vw-audi-differential-tapered-roller-bearing","provider":"HS Tuning ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}