A8 Quattro Sedan V8-4.2L (BVJ) (2008)
Drive/Propeller Shaft: Overhaul
Driveshaft Overview
‹› Observe general repair notes, refer to => [ General Repair Information ] See: Rear Final Drive/Description and
Operation/01AA,01EA,02XA,0A3A,01VA,09EA,09LA Transmission/General Repair Information.
‹› The driveshaft cannot be repaired. They can only be removed, installed and adjusted.
‹› Always store and transport driveshaft fully extended only.
‹› The driveshaft can be bent at the center joint without using force. A hard bending to the stop may cause damage to the center joint or dust boot.
‹› If the driveshaft is only detached at the transmission or from rear final drive, it should be tied up or supported at the shaft end. If necessary, it is
permitted to bend the driveshaft at the center joint without using force.
‹› Mark the position of all the parts before removing them. Install the parts in the same position, otherwise the imbalance can damage the bearing
causing a humming noise.
‹› Use the counterhold tool Touareg V10 (T10172) and adapters (T10172/5) to loosen or tighten the driveshaft bolts.
‹› After disconnecting driveshaft from the rear final drive, an installed balance washer (thick washer between backing plate and hex socket head bolt)
may not be reinstalled.
‹› For complaints (noise, vibrations), check intermediate bearing for freedom from tension and radial run-out of driveshaft flange at rear final drive
before replacing the driveshaft. Refer to => [ Radial Run-Out on Flange/Driveshaft, Measuring and Identifying ] See: Testing and Inspection.
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Rear Final Drive
‹› For removing and installing on the Audi A4, the Audi Cabriolet and the Audi A6, refer to => [ Rear Final Drive Overview ] See: Rear Final