Touareg V8-4.2L (BHX) (2004)
Drive/Propeller Shaft: Removal and Replacement
Rear Driveshaft
Rear Driveshaft
Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required
‹› Torque wrench (VAG 1331)
‹› Torque wrench (VAG 1332)
‹› Engine and transmission jack (VAG 1383 A) with universal transmission adapter (1359/2)
‹› Brake pedal loading device (VAG 1869/2)
A twin-post hoist should be used when working on the rear driveshaft.
Before removing, mark the positions of all parts in relation to each other. Reinstall in the same position otherwise imbalance will be
excessive, the bearings could be damaged causing rumbling noises.
If droning noises occur when driving, unbolt rear driveshaft from flange at rear final drive, rotate one hole relative to flange and bolt on
again.
If droning noises are still audible, rear driveshaft can be rotated one hole relative to flange a total of 5 times at rear final drive and a total of
2 times at transfer case.
Do not flex rear driveshaft; store only extended with center bearing bracket facing upwards.
Removing
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Select lever position "N" with the selector lever.
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Insert brake pedal depressor (VAG 1869/2).
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Raise vehicle.
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Remove rear part of exhaust system:
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If an underbody impact guard is located beneath the driveshaft, remove it.
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Check whether there is a marking (colored marking) on rear driveshaft and on the rear final drive flange.
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If this marking is not present, then mark in color the position of driveshaft flange - arrow A - to rear final drive - arrow B -.
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Mark the position of the rear driveshaft to the transfer case output flange - arrow -.