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Part #: RET136

Timken RET136 Wheel Bearing Retaining Ring - Front or Rear

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Reliable Wheel Bearing Retaining Ring for Audi and Volkswagen

The Timken RET136 wheel bearing retaining ring is engineered for precise fitment on select Audi and Volkswagen models. Designed to maintain proper bearing positioning, this retaining ring supports driveline integrity and vehicle safety.

  • Compatible with Audi 90 Quattro, 100, 100 Quattro, 200, 200 Quattro, A4, A4 Quattro, A6, A6 Quattro, A8, A8 Quattro, Allroad Quattro, Passat, RS6, S4, S6, and V8 Quattro
  • Durable construction ensures secure wheel bearing retention
  • Part number RET136 for accurate identification and replacement
  • Manufactured by Timken, a trusted name in driveline components

Product Details and Application

The RET136 wheel bearing retaining ring is a critical hardware component within the driveline and axles category, specifically designed to hold wheel bearings firmly in place. This retaining ring prevents axial movement of the bearing, which is essential for maintaining wheel alignment and preventing premature wear. Compatible with a range of Audi and Volkswagen models, including various Quattro all-wheel-drive variants, the RET136 ensures consistent performance under demanding driving conditions.

Common Issues Addressed by the RET136 Retaining Ring

  • Prevents wheel bearing displacement that can cause uneven tire wear
  • Reduces risk of bearing failure due to axial movement
  • Helps maintain proper wheel alignment and driveline stability
  • Minimizes noise and vibration related to loose bearings
  • Supports safe and reliable vehicle operation on Audi and Volkswagen models

Installation Notes and Tips

  • Ensure the wheel bearing and hub assembly are clean before installation
  • Use appropriate tools to avoid deforming the retaining ring during installation
  • Verify correct orientation and seating of the RET136 retaining ring to secure the bearing
  • Consult vehicle-specific service manuals for torque specifications and procedures

Quality Assurance and Warranty

Timken manufactures the RET136 wheel bearing retaining ring to meet strict quality standards for durability and fitment. While specific warranty details may vary, Timken products typically come with a limited warranty against defects in materials and workmanship. This ensures confidence in the part’s reliability when installed on compatible Audi and Volkswagen vehicles.

This part fits 95 vehicles. Search below:

YearMakeModelSubmodelDrive TypeTransmissionLitersCylindersPositionNotes
2005AudiAllroad QuattroAWDFrontReplacement option for Wheel Bearing Retaining Ring.
2005AudiAllroad QuattroAWDRearReplacement option for Wheel Bearing Retaining Ring.
2005VolkswagenPassatFWDFrontReplacement Recommended; 82mm O.D.
2004AudiAllroad QuattroAWDFrontReplacement option for Wheel Bearing Retaining Ring.
2004AudiAllroad QuattroAWDRearReplacement option for Wheel Bearing Retaining Ring.
2004AudiRS6AWDRearReplacement option for Wheel Bearing Retaining Ring.
2004VolkswagenPassatFWDFrontReplacement Recommended; 82mm O.D.
2003AudiAllroad QuattroAWDFrontReplacement option for Wheel Bearing Retaining Ring.
2003AudiAllroad QuattroAWDRearReplacement option for Wheel Bearing Retaining Ring.
2003AudiRS6AWDRearReplacement option for Wheel Bearing Retaining Ring.
2003VolkswagenPassatFWDFrontReplacement Recommended; 82mm O.D.
2002AudiAllroad QuattroAWDFrontReplacement option for Wheel Bearing Retaining Ring.
2002AudiAllroad QuattroAWDRearReplacement option for Wheel Bearing Retaining Ring.
2002AudiS4AWDFrontReplacement option for Wheel Bearing Retaining Ring.
2002VolkswagenPassatFWDFrontReplacement Recommended; 82mm O.D.
2001AudiA4FWD2.8LV6FrontReplacement option for Wheel Bearing Retaining Ring.
2001AudiA4 QuattroAWD2.8LV6FrontReplacement Recommended; 82mm O.D.
2001AudiA4 QuattroAWD1.8LL4FrontReplacement Recommended; 82mm O.D.
2001AudiA6FWDFrontReplacement option for Wheel Bearing Retaining Ring.
2001AudiAllroad QuattroAWDFrontReplacement option for Wheel Bearing Retaining Ring.
2001AudiAllroad QuattroAWDRearReplacement option for Wheel Bearing Retaining Ring.
2001AudiS4AWDFrontReplacement option for Wheel Bearing Retaining Ring.
2001VolkswagenPassatFWDFrontReplacement Recommended; 82mm O.D.
2000AudiA4FWD2.8LV6FrontReplacement option for Wheel Bearing Retaining Ring.
2000AudiA4 QuattroAWD1.8LL4FrontReplacement Recommended; 82mm O.D.
2000AudiA6FWDFrontReplacement option for Wheel Bearing Retaining Ring.
2000AudiS4AWDFrontReplacement option for Wheel Bearing Retaining Ring.
2000VolkswagenPassatFWDFrontReplacement Recommended; 82mm O.D.
1999AudiA4 QuattroAWD1.8LL4FrontReplacement Recommended; 82mm O.D.
1999AudiA6FWDFrontReplacement option for Wheel Bearing Retaining Ring.
1999AudiA6 QuattroAWDFrontReplacement option for Wheel Bearing Retaining Ring.
1999AudiA8FWDFrontReplacement option for Wheel Bearing Retaining Ring.
1999AudiA8 QuattroAWDFrontReplacement option for Wheel Bearing Retaining Ring.
1999VolkswagenPassatFWDFrontReplacement Recommended; 82mm O.D.
1998AudiA4 QuattroAWD2.8LV6FrontReplacement Recommended; 82mm O.D.
1998AudiA4 QuattroAWD1.8LL4FrontReplacement Recommended; 82mm O.D.
1998AudiA6FWDFrontReplacement option for Wheel Bearing Retaining Ring.
1998AudiA6 QuattroAWDFrontReplacement option for Wheel Bearing Retaining Ring.
1998AudiA8FWDFrontReplacement option for Wheel Bearing Retaining Ring.
1998AudiA8 QuattroAWDFrontReplacement option for Wheel Bearing Retaining Ring.
1998VolkswagenPassatFWDFrontReplacement Recommended; 82mm O.D.
1997AudiA4 QuattroAWD2.8LV6FrontReplacement Recommended; 82mm O.D.
1997AudiA4 QuattroAWD1.8LL4FrontReplacement Recommended; 82mm O.D.
1997AudiA6FWDFrontReplacement option for Wheel Bearing Retaining Ring.
1997AudiA6 QuattroAWDFrontReplacement option for Wheel Bearing Retaining Ring.
1997AudiA8FWDFrontReplacement option for Wheel Bearing Retaining Ring.
1997AudiA8 QuattroAWDFrontReplacement option for Wheel Bearing Retaining Ring.
1997AudiS6AWDFrontReplacement option for Wheel Bearing Retaining Ring.
1997AudiS6AWDRearReplacement option for Wheel Bearing Retaining Ring.
1996AudiA4 QuattroAWDFront2nd Design; Replacement Recommended
1996AudiA6FWDFrontReplacement option for Wheel Bearing Retaining Ring.
1996AudiS6AWDFrontReplacement option for Wheel Bearing Retaining Ring.
1996AudiS6AWDRearReplacement option for Wheel Bearing Retaining Ring.
1995Audi90 QuattroAWDFrontReplacement option for Wheel Bearing Retaining Ring.
1995AudiA6FWDFrontReplacement option for Wheel Bearing Retaining Ring.
1995AudiS6AWDFrontReplacement option for Wheel Bearing Retaining Ring.
1995AudiS6AWDRearReplacement option for Wheel Bearing Retaining Ring.
1994Audi100FWDFrontReplacement option for Wheel Bearing Retaining Ring.
1994Audi100 QuattroAWDFrontReplacement option for Wheel Bearing Retaining Ring.
1994Audi100 QuattroAWDRearReplacement option for Wheel Bearing Retaining Ring.
1994Audi90 QuattroAWDFrontReplacement option for Wheel Bearing Retaining Ring.
1994AudiS4AWDFrontReplacement option for Wheel Bearing Retaining Ring.
1994AudiV8 QuattroAWDFrontReplacement option for Wheel Bearing Retaining Ring.
1994AudiV8 QuattroAWD4.2LV8RearReplacement option for Wheel Bearing Retaining Ring.
1993Audi100FWDFrontReplacement option for Wheel Bearing Retaining Ring.
1993Audi100 QuattroAWDFrontReplacement option for Wheel Bearing Retaining Ring.
1993Audi100 QuattroAWDRearReplacement option for Wheel Bearing Retaining Ring.
1993Audi90 QuattroAWDFrontReplacement option for Wheel Bearing Retaining Ring.
1993AudiS4AWDFrontReplacement option for Wheel Bearing Retaining Ring.
1993AudiV8 QuattroAWDFrontReplacement option for Wheel Bearing Retaining Ring.
1993AudiV8 QuattroAWD4.2LV8RearReplacement option for Wheel Bearing Retaining Ring.
1992Audi100FWDFrontReplacement option for Wheel Bearing Retaining Ring.
1992Audi100 QuattroAWDFrontReplacement option for Wheel Bearing Retaining Ring.
1992Audi100 QuattroAWDRearReplacement option for Wheel Bearing Retaining Ring.
1992Audi90 QuattroAWDFrontReplacement option for Wheel Bearing Retaining Ring.
1992AudiS4AWDFrontReplacement option for Wheel Bearing Retaining Ring.
1992AudiV8 QuattroAWDFrontReplacement option for Wheel Bearing Retaining Ring.
1992AudiV8 QuattroAWD4.2LV8RearReplacement option for Wheel Bearing Retaining Ring.
1991Audi100FWDFrontReplacement option for Wheel Bearing Retaining Ring.
1991Audi100 QuattroAWDFrontReplacement option for Wheel Bearing Retaining Ring.
1991Audi100 QuattroAWDRearReplacement option for Wheel Bearing Retaining Ring.
1991Audi200FWDManualFrontReplacement option for Wheel Bearing Retaining Ring.
1991Audi200 QuattroBaseAWD2.2LL5RearReplacement option for Wheel Bearing Retaining Ring.
1991Audi90 QuattroAWDFrontReplacement option for Wheel Bearing Retaining Ring.
1991AudiV8 QuattroAWD3.6LV8RearReplacement option for Wheel Bearing Retaining Ring.
1990Audi100 QuattroAWDFrontReplacement option for Wheel Bearing Retaining Ring.
1990Audi100 QuattroAWDRearReplacement option for Wheel Bearing Retaining Ring.
1990Audi200FWDManualFrontReplacement option for Wheel Bearing Retaining Ring.
1990Audi90 QuattroAWDFrontReplacement option for Wheel Bearing Retaining Ring.
1990AudiV8 QuattroAWD3.6LV8RearReplacement option for Wheel Bearing Retaining Ring.
1989Audi100 QuattroAWDFrontReplacement option for Wheel Bearing Retaining Ring.
1989Audi100 QuattroAWDRearReplacement option for Wheel Bearing Retaining Ring.
1989Audi200FWDManualFrontReplacement option for Wheel Bearing Retaining Ring.
1989Audi200 QuattroBaseAWD2.2LL5RearReplacement option for Wheel Bearing Retaining Ring.
1989Audi90 QuattroAWDFrontReplacement option for Wheel Bearing Retaining Ring.

* Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.

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