A6 Quattro Sedan V8-4.2L (ART) (2000)
Drive/Propeller Shaft: Service and Repair
Driveshaft, Removing and Installing
Removing drive shaft
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Remove crossmember below wxhaust system if installed.
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Remove rear part of exhaust system behind clamping sleeve(s):
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Remove heat sheild for driveshaft from body (arrows).
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Remove heat sheild for driveshaft from cover for torsen differential (arrows).
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Check whether there is a factory marking (colored marking) on driveshaft and at flange/driveshaft at rear final drive. If not, mark location of drive
shaft flange (arrow -A-) to rear final drive (arrow -B-) with color.
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Remove upper three mounting bolts for each drive shaft constant velocity joint.