A4 Quattro Cabriolet V6-3.2L (BKH) (2007)
Constant Velocity Joint: Overhaul
Peened Triple Roller Joint (Front)
Triple roller joint AAR 2600 i or 3300 i, disassembling
Removing
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Clamp drive axle horizontally in vise.
Note:
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Use protective jaws.
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Take care not to damage drive axle.
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Mark position of joint body relative to drive axle.
The joint may be noisy if these parts are not marked and reinstalled in their original positions.
Use a waterproof felt-tip pen for marking.
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Open hose clips - arrows -.
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Push back boot.
Characteristic features of drive axles AAR 2600 i and AAR 3300 i
Measure dimension - A - as shown.
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Dimension - A - 74 mm = drive axle AAR 2600 i
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Dimension - A - 77 mm = drive axle AAR 3300 i
CAUTION!
It is important to use the correct special tools for the different drive axles.
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Apply assembly/removal tool T40018 for triple roller joint, AAR 3300 i (or removal and assembly tool T40084 for triple roller joint AAR 2600 i)
behind joint body.