A4 Quattro Wagon V6-2.8L (AHA) (1998)
Seals and Gaskets: Service and Repair
Drive Flange and Driveshaft Seals, Replacing
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Transmission installed
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Observe general repair instructions, Refer to Manual Transaxle/Transmission, Service and Repair.
Special tools and equipment
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VW681 extractor lever
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30-505 mandrel
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30-506B press support
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3337 ring spanner 7-piece set for heated oxygen sensor
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VAG1306 drip tray
Removing
4-cylinder engine
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Remove rear section of exhaust system located rearward of exhaust pipe clamp.
6-cylinder engine
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Remove Heated Oxygen Sensor (HO2S) from right exhaust pipe using 3337 ring spanner 7-piece set and move clear to side.
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Remove heat shield above right drive axle.
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Remove right front exhaust pipe with Three Way Catalytic Converter (TWC) from exhaust manifold (3 nuts, arrows).
All models
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Remove heat shield for driveshaft from Torsen differential cover (arrows).