A6 Quattro Sedan V8-4.2L (ART) (2000)
Seals and Gaskets: Service and Repair
Final Drive Cover O-Ring, Replacing
FINAL DRIVE COVER O-RING, REPLACING
Removing
WARNING: Only loosen the drive axle/wheel hub bolt and the wheel bolts when the vehicle is standing on its wheels.
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Remove right-front wheel.
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Remove right drive axle heat shield.
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Remove drive axle.
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Remove right transmission support.
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Remove drive flange bolt (arrow) (use pin to prevent flange from turning).
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Place oil drain pan under transmission.
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Pull out right drive flange.
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Remove bolts for final drive cover and remove cover.
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Replace O-ring (arrow).
Installing
Installation is the reverse of removal.
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Install cover for final drive.
Tightening sequence:
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Stage 1: tighten bolts -1-, -2- and -3- by hand.