Audi Workshop Service and Repair Manuals

Removing and installing flange shaft (left-side) Special tools and workshop equipment required

t  Puller -3109-

t  -2- Kukko 18/0 puller t  Bolts M8x35 (2x) t  Washers Ø 8 mm (2x)

Removing l  Gearbox in vehicle –  Remove front left wheel. –  Remove centre noise insulation (loosen fasteners -arrows-).

–  Remove left noise insulation -arrows-. –  Unbolt drive shaft (left-side) from flange shaft.

–  Remove bolts -arrows- for pendulum support at subframe.

–  Remove bolts -arrows- for swivel joint.

–  Unscrew coupling rod (left-side) -1- from wishbone and move upwards. –  Swing wheel bearing housing outwards -arrow-. –  Guide drive shaft out between subframe and gearbox; at the same time have a 2nd mechanic push the engine/gearbox assembly forwards. –  Lift drive shaft and secure to suspension strut with wire. –  Pierce and prise out cap in drive flange using screwdriver.

–  Attach puller Kukko 18/0 to drive flange with 2 bolts 8x35 and Ø 8 mm washers. –  Detach flange shaft.

Installing –  Attach flange shaft, dished spring and circlip. –  Use puller -3109- or drive flange installing tool -VW 391- to draw in flange shaft. The remaining installation steps are carried out in reverse sequence; note the following: –  Install drive shaft (left-side) → Rep. Gr.40. –  Install wishbone and swivel joint with new bolts and new locking plate → Rep. Gr.40. –  Install noise insulation → Rep. Gr.50. –  Check gear oil level in final drive → Chapter.   Caution Perform wheel alignment after installation.