A8L Quattro Sedan V8-4.2L (AKB) (2002)
Cover all splines on shaft end (arrow -A-) with insulating tape (without wrinkles or loose edges) in order to prevent damage to sealing ring
when drive pinion is slid onto shaft.
NOTE: Before installing the drive pinion, ensure that the three washer elements -B- have been installed in the proper sequence illustration,
below.
Place drive pinion on center of output shaft.
Gear identification faces distributor gear.
Installation location. See: Diagrams
CAUTION: If the drive pinion is not positioned properly, the sealing lips of the gasket can be damaged
Installation Position Of Washer Elements
A - Output shaft
1 - Thrust washer
2 - Roller bearing
3 -Thrust washer with cone (cone points toward transmission)
NOTE: The three washer elements can only be replaced with exact replacement parts.