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Axle Shaft: Service and Repair
Rear Suspension

Removal and Installation

Servicing 

Drive shafts, removing and installing 
Special tools, workshop equipment, testers, measuring instruments and auxiliary items required

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VAG 1383 A Engine/transmission jack

Removing 
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Remove hex bolt for drive shaft.

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Remove heat shield for drive shaft -arrows-.

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Unbolt drive shaft from drive flange.

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Remove hex key head bolt -1-.

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Disconnect ABS vehicle speed sensor -2- out from wheel bearing housing.

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Disconnect connector behind Three Way Catalytic Converter (TWC) and remove rear part of exhaust system.

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