Touareg V8-4.2L (BAR) (2007)
When loosening the nut of the driveshaft flange, counter hold using counter holder (3145) (2nd technician).
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Mark installation position of driveshaft flange - arrow A - relative to drive pinion - arrow B -.
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Remove the driveshaft flange. Use a slide hammer (VW 771) if it is difficult.
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Pull out sealing ring using slide hammer-complete set (VW 771) and additional part for VW771 (VW 771/37).
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Clean the threads for the nut on the drive pinion.
Installing
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Drive new seal in until seated; be sure not to distort seal.
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Fill area between sealing lip and dust lip halfway with sealing grease (G 052 128 A1).
Before installing driveshaft flange, check the dust cap for damage. Replace the dust cap if necessary.
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Install driveshaft flange, being aware of the marking from removal.
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Coat threads of new nut with locking fluid Loctite (648).
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Tighten new nut for drive pinion until friction torque measured prior to removal is attained.