A4 Quattro Sedan V6-3.0L (AVK) (2002)
Axle Shaft Assembly: Service and Repair
Tripod Joint, Disassembling
Tripod joint, disassembling
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Clamp drive axle into vise
Note: Use protective jaws!
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Open clamp at shaft and slide back CV boot.
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Bend open metal tabs with a flat tip screwdriver and pry off cover.
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Mark installation position of parts -1-, -2- and -3- with lines.
If they are not marked and are not re-installed in their previously installed positions, noises may occur later during driving operation.
A water-proof felt pen is well-suited for marking.
1- Joint piece
2- Tripod connection
3- Drive axle
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Remove round seal (arrow) from groove.
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Secure joint piece and remove drive axle from vise.
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Remove securing ring
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If damaged, remove CV boot with scissors, for example. Otherwise pull it carefully backward.
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Insert drive axle in vise.
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Secure drive axle then press off tripod connection from drive axle.
Make sure that the rollers press off without resistance.
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Remove tripod connection with rollers and set aside on a clean surface.
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Pull off joint piece from shaft.
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Pull off CV boot from shaft.
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Clean shaft, joint piece and groove for oil seal.