How to remove and install the Clutch Release Bearing on the transaxle on Audi A4?

To remove the transaxle, first take out the leaf spring mounting bolt at the end of the clutch release lever and remove the spring. Next, push the detent spring back at the pivot end to release the lever by pushing it through the hole, which will allow you to withdraw the lever along with the release bearing from the guide sleeve. Use a screwdriver to depress the tabs and separate the bearing from the lever by prying inward on the plastic tabs retaining the bearing. After that, remove the plastic pivot from the ballstud, as the release lever locates on the plastic pivot. For inspection, hold the bearing by the outer race and rotate the inner race while applying pressure; if it doesn't turn smoothly or is noisy, replace it. Wipe the bearing with a clean rag and check for damage, wear, and cracks, avoiding immersion in solvent since it is sealed for life. Also, inspect the release lever for any cracks and bends. For installation, start by lubricating the ballstud and plastic pivot with a little copper grease, and apply some grease on the release bearing surface that contacts the diaphragm spring fingers and the release lever, as well as on the guide sleeve. Install the spring onto the release lever, ensuring the plastic pivot is in place on the ballstud, then position the lever and bearing, pressing the release lever onto the ballstud until the spring holds it in position. Finally, install the transaxle.

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Audi Release Bearing Part Number: 01E-141-165-D
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- Other Name: Bearing
- Replaces: 0B1-141-165, 012-141-165-E, 01E-141-165-B, 01E-141-165
Fits the following Audi Models:
- 100 | 1989-1994 | Base, CS, E, S | 5 Cyl 2.3 L GAS, 6 Cyl 2.8 L GAS
- 100 Quattro | 1989-1994 | Base, CS | 5 Cyl 2.3 L GAS, 6 Cyl 2.8 L GAS
- 200 | 1989-1991 | Base | 5 Cyl 2.2 L GAS
- 200 Quattro | 1989-1991 | 20v, 20v Avant, Avant, Base | 5 Cyl 2.2 L GAS
- 80 | 1988-1992 | Base | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 5 Cyl 2.3 L GAS
- 80 Quattro | 1988-1992 | Base | 5 Cyl 2.3 L GAS
- 90 | 1993-1995, 1988-1991 | Base, CS, S, Sport | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 5 Cyl 2.3 L GAS, 6 Cyl 2.8 L GAS
- 90 Quattro | 1993-1995, 1988-1991 | 20v, Base, CS, Sport | 5 Cyl 2.3 L GAS, 6 Cyl 2.8 L GAS
- A4 | 1996-2007 | Avant, Base | 4 Cyl 1.8 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 6 Cyl 2.8 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.0 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.2 L GAS
- A4 Quattro | 1996-2008 | Avant, Base | 4 Cyl 1.8 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 6 Cyl 2.8 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.0 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.2 L GAS
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Audi Release Bearing Part Number: 0CS-141-671-C
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- Other Name: Bearing; Release Bearing
Fits the following Audi Models:
- A4 Quattro | 2017-2018 | Premium, Premium Plus, Prestige | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
- A5 Quattro | 2018 | Premium, Premium Plus, Prestige | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
- A5 Sportback | 2018 | Premium, Premium Plus, Prestige | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
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Audi Release Bearing Part Number: 0B4-198-165
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- Other Name: Bearing
Fits the following Audi Models:
- A5 | 2010-2014 | Cabriolet | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
- A5 Quattro | 2010-2017 | Base, Cabriolet, Premium, Premium Plus, Prestige, Sport | 4 Cyl 2.0 L FLEX, 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.2 L GAS
- S5 | 2010-2017 | Base, Cabriolet, Premium Plus, Prestige | 6 Cyl 3.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 4.2 L GAS
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Audi Release Bearing Part Number: 0B4-198-165-A
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- Other Name: Bearing
- Replaces: 0B1-141-165-G
Fits the following Audi Models:
- A5 Quattro | 2008-2009 | Base | 6 Cyl 3.2 L GAS
- S5 | 2008-2009 | Base | 8 Cyl 4.2 L GAS
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Audi Release Bearing Part Number: 086-141-671-M
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- Other Name: Bearing
- Replaces: 086-141-671-E, 086-141-671-K
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- R8 | 2014-2015, 2008-2012 | Base, GT, GT Spyder, Plus, Spyder | 10 Cyl 5.2 L GAS, 8 Cyl 4.2 L GAS
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Audi Release Bearing Part Number: 086-141-671-L
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- Other Name: Bearing
- Replaces: 086-141-671-D
Fits the following Audi Models:
- R8 | 2008-2012 | Base, GT, GT Spyder, Spyder | 10 Cyl 5.2 L GAS, 8 Cyl 4.2 L GAS

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Q: How to remove and install the Clutch Release Bearing on the transaxle on Audi A4?
A:
To remove the transaxle, first take out the leaf spring mounting bolt at the end of the clutch release lever and remove the spring. Next, push the detent spring back at the pivot end to release the lever by pushing it through the hole, which will allow you to withdraw the lever along with the release bearing from the guide sleeve. Use a screwdriver to depress the tabs and separate the bearing from the lever by prying inward on the plastic tabs retaining the bearing. After that, remove the plastic pivot from the ballstud, as the release lever locates on the plastic pivot. For inspection, hold the bearing by the outer race and rotate the inner race while applying pressure; if it doesn't turn smoothly or is noisy, replace it. Wipe the bearing with a clean rag and check for damage, wear, and cracks, avoiding immersion in solvent since it is sealed for life. Also, inspect the release lever for any cracks and bends. For installation, start by lubricating the ballstud and plastic pivot with a little copper grease, and apply some grease on the release bearing surface that contacts the diaphragm spring fingers and the release lever, as well as on the guide sleeve. Install the spring onto the release lever, ensuring the plastic pivot is in place on the ballstud, then position the lever and bearing, pressing the release lever onto the ballstud until the spring holds it in position. Finally, install the transaxle.