A8L Quattro Sedan V8-4.2L (AUX) (2001)
Axle Shaft: Service and Repair
Overhaul
NOTE: When replacing a CV joint boot, grease joint again if necessary.
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Grease fill for outer CV joints with grease G-6 or equivalent:
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Diameter 98 mm 3.86 inch
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Total amount. of grease: 120 g (4.2 oz)
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Grease in joint: 80 g (2.8 oz)
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Grease in boot: 40 g (1.4 oz)
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Inner tripod joint greased with 140 g (4.9 oz) of G 000 605 or equivalent grease.
Component Notes and Information
NOTE: During service procedures, refer to the component location illustration above and component notes below.
1
Drive axle with tripod joint
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Supplied as replacement part with joint boot and packed with grease
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Right, left sides are different lengths
2
Clamps
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Always replace
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Tightening refer to Fig. 1 below.
3
Inner joint boot
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Check for cracks and abrasion
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To replace, press off outer CV joint
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When pushing onto axle shaft, grease bead on axle shaft and carefully slide joint boot on with wedge VAG 1474/5 (part of tool VAG 1474)
refer to Fig. 4 below.
4
Clamp
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Always replace
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Tightening refer to Fig. 1 below.
5
Outer CV joint boot
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Check for cracks and abrasion
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Ventilate boot briefly before tightening small clamp Fig. 3 below.
6
Clamp
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Always replace
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Tightening refer to Fig. 1 below.
7
Dished washer
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Installation position refer to Fig. 5 below.