A8 Quattro Sedan V8-4.2L (BVJ) (2008)
Transfer Case Cover: Service and Repair
09LA Transmission
Self-Locking Center Differential Cover
Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required
‹› Drip tray (V.A.G 1306)
‹› Protective glasses
Removing
‹› Transmission installed.
CAUTION!
Do not let engine run or tow vehicle without gear oil.
‹› General repair notes => [ General Repair Information ] See: Automatic Transmission/Transaxle/Service and Repair/Procedures/09LA
Transmission/General Repair Information.
‹› Rules of cleanliness for working on automatic transmissions => [ Clean Working Conditions ] See: Automatic Transmission/Transaxle/Service
Precautions/Clean Working Conditions.
Vehicles with one front exhaust pipe:
‹› Flex joint in front exhaust pipe must not be bent more than 10°, otherwise it may be damaged.
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Disconnect exhaust system at double clamp - arrow -.
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Remove nuts - arrows - on center front exhaust pipe bracket.