A8L Quattro Sedan V8-4.2L (AUX) (2001)
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Spacer washer
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Installation position refer to Fig. 5 below.
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Circlip
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Always replace
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Installation position refer to Fig. 5 below.
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During assembly, install in ring groove of axle shaft (not visible with joint installed)
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Outer CV-joint
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Replace as complete part only
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REMOVAL from axle shaft refer to Fig. 2 below.
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Installation: drive joint onto axle shaft with plastic hammer until circlip is engaged
Procedures
Fig. 1 Tightening Clamp
Fig. 2 Pressing Off Outer CV Joint
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Clamp drive axle in vise with jaw covers.
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Remove clamps.
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Push back joint boot.
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Thread M 16 end of spindle 3207 into CV joint and turn spindle until CV joint is pressed off axle.
Fig. 3 Ventilation Of Joint Boot
The joint boot is frequently pressed in when being installed on the joint body. This causes a vacuum in the boot which pulls it inward with a
fold (arrow) while in operation. Therefore, after installation, the boot must be ventilated briefly on the small diameter to provide pressure
equalization.