A8 Sedan V8-3.7L (AEW) (1997)
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Remove bearing outer race -1- and adjusting shim -2- from transmission housing by hand.
Note: The adjustment shim is correctly sized and must not be replaced with one of different thickness.
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Remove left drive flange.
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Remove double sealing ring using release lever VW 681.
Note:
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The release lever must be placed behind the two sealing lips of the sealing ring.
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Do not place the release lever on the outer circumference of the sealing ring. Otherwise, the contact surface in the transmission housing will be
damaged.
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Guide the release lever carefully when pulling out the seal.
Installing
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Check sealing ring seat in transmission housing for damage and repair if necessary.
Note: Coat the outer surface and the sealing lips of the sealing ring with a thin layer of Vaseline.
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Slide double sealing ring onto pressure piece 3383.
Projecting sealing lip (arrow) of sealing ring faces tool