A4 Quattro Wagon L4-1.8L Turbo (ATW) (2000)
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Identify shims according to table. Part numbers, Refer to Parts Supplier.
The following shims are available
Dimension -a- (mm) .......................................................................................................................................................................... Shim thickness (mm)
0.0 - 3.0 ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................... -
3.1 - 5.0 ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 2
5.1 - 7.0 ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 4
7.1 - 9.0 ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 6
9.1 - 11.0 .......................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 8
11.1 - 13.0 ...................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 10
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Install selected shims on both sides.
Aligning driveshaft longitudinally
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Push driveshaft with alignment fixture toward rear as far as possible.
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Mark position of center bearing on body (arrow -A-).
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Push driveshaft with alignment fixture toward front as far as possible.
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Mark position of center bearing on body (arrow -B-).
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Align driveshaft (arrow -C-).
The center bearing must be aligned centrally between markings -A- and -B-.
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Install mounting bolts for center driveshaft bearing together with previously selected shims, and tighten.
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Remove alignment fixture.
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Install heat shield above driveshaft.
Installation is the reverse of removal.
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Align exhaust system free of stress.
Tightening torques
Component ............................................................................................................................................................................................... Tightening Torque
Center bearing to body .............................................................................................................................................................................. 23 Nm (17 ft. lb.)
Front cross-member below exhaust system to body .................................................................................................................................. 25 Nm (18 ft. lb.)
Nuts on exhaust pipe clamp ....................................................................................................................................................................... 40 Nm (30 ft. lb.)