Touareg V8-4.2L (BHX) (2004)
Replace rear driveshaft if damaged.
Do not tip rear driveshaft; push horizontally onto guide shaft.
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Install rear driveshaft. Refer to --> [ Rear Driveshaft ] See: Rear Driveshaft.
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After installing rear driveshaft, install center bearing so that it is free of stress. Refer to --> [ Rear Driveshaft Center Bearing ] See: Rear
Driveshaft Center Bearing.
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Install rear part of exhaust system:
Removal and Installation
Front 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 front 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 front driveshaft from flange at front final drive, rotate one hole relative to flange and bolt on
again.
If droning noises are still audible, the front driveshaft can be rotated one hole relative to flange a total of 5 times.
Removing
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Select lever position "N" with the selector lever.
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Insert brake pedal depressor (VAG 1869/2).