Half-Shell Kit for Compact Wheel Bearing Replacement VAG 72 mm & 78 mm Hub Units
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Code:123149
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Weight:6.560 Kgs
Overview:
✔ Professional half-shell kit for installation and removal of 72 mm and 78 mm compact wheel bearing units
✔ Suitable for a wide range of VAG vehicles from Audi, VW, Seat and Skoda
✔ Compatible with both older 72 mm and newer 78 mm wheel bearing generations
✔ Allows wheel bearing service directly on the vehicle in many applications
✔ Half-shell locking system for secure positioning during operation
✔ Special pressure piece with ABS sensor clearance
✔ Designed for use with hydraulic components and expansion kits
✔ Intended for professional workshop use
This professional half-shell tool kit has been specifically developed for installation and removal of 72 mm and 78 mm compact wheel bearing units used in various VAG vehicle platforms.
The optimized Stahlmaxx wheel bearing tool concept offers an efficient and expandable solution for workshops while minimizing labor time and reducing unnecessary disassembly work.
In many cases, wheel bearing replacement can be performed directly on the vehicle without complete removal of suspension or wheel carrier assemblies.
The kit is intended for storage in workshop trolleys and service carts and is supplied without a storage case.
Compatible storage case:
• Item no. 115268 — Storage case 1/6 size
Dual Size Wheel Bearing Coverage
This kit has been specially designed to support both wheel bearing generations used by VAG:
• 72 mm compact wheel bearing units
• 78 mm compact wheel bearing units
Special design modifications allow coverage of both versions within one tool system.
Important:
Previous 72 mm tool versions and 78 mm Ford wheel bearing tools cannot be used for VAG 78 mm wheel bearing units.
Optimized Half-Shell System
Integrated holes in the half-shell design allow secure fixation using wheel bolts.
Advantages:
• Secure positioning during operation
• Reduced risk of movement
• Prevents accidental dropping
• Faster installation and removal procedures
ABS Sensor Protected Pressure Piece
The included double-sided pressure piece is designed for precise centering within the wheel carrier and incorporates a dedicated ABS sensor clearance.
Benefits:
• Precise centering during installation
• Improved control during pressing operations
• Better monitoring of final seating position
• Reduced risk of ABS sensor damage
Hydraulic System Compatibility
Designed for use together with:
• Item no. 122805 — Installation and removal press bell
• Hydraulic spindle systems
• Spindle nuts
• Adapter plates
• Hydraulic expansion kits
Vehicle Compatibility
72 mm wheel bearing units
Audi:
• A1 from 2010
• A2 from 2000
Seat:
• Cordoba from 2002
• Ibiza from 2000
• Toledo from 2012
Skoda:
• Fabia from 2000
• Rapid from 2012
• Roomster from 2006
VW:
• Fox from 2000
• Polo from 2000
78 mm wheel bearing units
Audi:
• A1 from 2018
Seat:
• Arona from 2017
• Ibiza from 2017
Skoda:
• Kamiq from 2019
• Scala from 2019
VW:
• Polo from 2017
• T-Cross from 2018
• Taigo from 2021
Reference Numbers
72 mm wheel bearing unit
• VAG: 6C0407621, 6C0407621A, 6C0407621AC, 6C0407621AD, 6C0407621AH, 6C0407621AJ, 6C0407621BR, 6C0407621BT, 6C0407621S
• VAG: 6RD407621, 6RD407621A, 6RD407621E
• FAG: 713610470
78 mm wheel bearing unit
• VAG: 2Q0407621A
• FAG: 713611070
Torque Reference Information
(Reference vehicle: Audi A1 2021 35 TFSI — always follow manufacturer specifications)
• Drive shaft center bolt sheet nut: 50 Nm + 45°
• Ball joint guide nuts: 40 Nm + 45°
Package Contents
• Item no. 123149-1 — Half-shell pair for removal of 72 mm / 78 mm compact wheel bearings
• Item no. 123149-2 — Half-shell pair for installation of 72 mm / 78 mm compact wheel bearings
• Item no. 123149-3 — Pressure piece for installation of wheel bearing hub units 72 mm / 78 mm
Important Information
Additional tools required if not already available:
• Item no. 120811 — Universal pressure piece
• Item no. 122805 — Installation and removal press bell
Supplied without storage case.
OEM numbers and manufacturer references are used only for identification and comparison purposes. This is not an original manufacturer tool.