A6 Quattro Sedan V6-2.8L (AHA) (1998)
Seals and Gaskets: Service and Repair
Right Drive Flange Seal
RIGHT DRIVE FLANGE SEAL, REPLACING
Special tools, testers and auxiliary items
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VW681 extractor lever
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3382 right sealing ring installer
Removing
WARNING: Only loosen drive the axle/wheel hub bolt and the wheel bolts when the vehicle is standing on its wheels.
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Remove wheel.
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Remove right drive axle heat shield.
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Remove right drive axle.
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Prevent drive flange from turning using drift and remove center bolt from right drive flange (arrow).
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Place oil drain pan underneath transmission to catch spilled fluid.
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Pull out right drive flange.
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Remove seal for right drive flange.
Installing
Note: The open side of the seal faces the transmission.
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Drive seal for right drive flange in to stop.