A8 Quattro Sedan V8-4.2L (BGK) (2006)
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Remove four securing bolts (arrows -A- and -B-) from support bracket.
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Push rear final drive as far as possible to right.
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Lift left side of rear final drive (arrow -A-).
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Push inner CV joint outward (arrow -B-) and pivot axle shaft out from below.
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Place drip tray underneath.
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Remove flange shaft securing bolt by threading two bolts into flange and counterholding flange shaft using a lever.
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Pull out flange shaft.
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Pry out dust ring using a screwdriver.
Note:
The dust ring will be damaged on removal and must be replaced.