A6 V6-3.0L (AVK) (2004)
Seals and Gaskets: Service and Repair
Oil Seals For Flange Shafts, Replacing
5 SPD. A/T 01L AWD
Oil seals for flange shafts, replacing
Special tools and equipment
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2062 Driver
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Observe general repair notes
Rear final drive installed
Note: All illustrations show the /left side of the final drive. Removing and installing joint flange and oil seal on right side is identical
Removing drive shaft
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Remove heat shields at drive flange (arrows).
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Place drip tray underneath.
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Disconnect drive axle.
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To loosen securing bolt, thread in 2 bolts into drive flange and counter hold with fire iron.
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Pry out O-ring with tire iron.
Installing drive shaft
installation is reverse of removal, noting the following:
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Lubricate area between sealing lip and dust lip with a thin layer of multi-purpose grease.
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Lightly oil outer circumference of seal.