A4 Sedan V6-3.2L (BKH) (2007)
Constant Velocity Joint: Overhaul
Triple Roller Joint Outer Constant Velocity Joint (Front)
Outer constant velocity joint, servicing
Removing outer constant velocity joint
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Clamp drive axle in vise using jaw protectors.
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Remove clamp and push back boot.
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Screw pressure spindle 3207, using M16/M14 threaded section, into joint bolt until CV joint is pressed off drive axle.
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Remove securing ring
Installing outer CV joint
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Push CV joint boot onto drive axle.
Boot and seating surface for boot on drive axle must be free of grease.
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Install new circlip.
Always replace circlip.
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Pack 50 grams of drive axle grease inside joint body.
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Thread old bolt into CV joint as shown.
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Use plastic hammer to drive CV joint onto drive axle until circlip engages.
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Put 40 grams of drive axle grease into joint on boot side.
For grease quantities see.
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Ventilate CV boot briefly to equalize pressure.
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Tighten clamp.