A4 V6-3.0L (AVK) (2004)
Axle Shaft Assembly: Service and Repair
Inner CV Joint, Servicing
Inner CV joint, servicing
Disassembling inner CV joint
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Clamp drive axle into vise.
Use protective jaws for vise for this.
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Pry off locking cap e.g. using a screwdriver.
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Removing sealing ring (arrow)
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Drive off cap from CV boot using a brass or copper mandrel
Tensioning clamp must not be loosened.
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Remove securing ring
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Press off inner constant velocity joint using special tools shown in illustration.
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Pull CV boot for inner constant velocity joint from shaft.
Installing inner constant velocity joint
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Apply sealant -hatched surface- onto clean inner surface of cap for CV boot.
Sealant bead: continuous, 2 to 3 mm diameter