A4 V6-3.0L (AVK) (2004)
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Press exhaust pipe down slightly -arrow A- and push drive axle inward -arrow B- until it can be removed from hub wheel.
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Press exhaust pipe down slightly once again and guide drive axle outward above splash plate.
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Move drive axle downward to remove -arrow A-.
Note: Take care not to damage splash plate -arrow B- or body.
Installing
Pay particular attention to the following on installation:
Note: Replacing bolts and self-locking nuts.
Install in reverse order from removal.
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Installing coil spring.
Tightening torques:
Item 1:
Drive axle with inner link diameter 100 mm (M8): 40 Nm
Drive axle with inner link diameter 108 mm (M10): 70 Nm
Item 2, Shield: 25 Nm
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Tighten collared bolt to 190 Nm.
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Lower vehicle to stand on wheels.
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Turn collared bolt additional 180°.