A6 Sedan V6-2.8L (AFC) (1995)
Axle Shaft: Service and Repair
With Automatic Transmission
Drive axle, repairing
Vehicles with automatic transmission
Outer CV joints:
Note: Outer constant velocity (CV) joints are packed with G6 grease.
Inner tripod joints:
Tripod joints are packed with 140 g (5 oz) grease G 000 605.
Re-grease joint, if necessary, when replacing joint boot.
Note: If the tools shown in the illustrations are unavailable, equivalent workshop equipment can be used. Always follow the manufacturer's
instructions for the tool you are using.
1. Drive axle with inner CV joint
Supplied as replacement part with boot and grease
2. Clamp
Always replace
Tightening - Fig. 1
3. Boot, inner
Check for cracks and abrasion
To replace, press off outer CV joint
When sliding onto shaft, grease bead on shaft lightly and carefully pull boot on with wedge VAG 1474/5 (component of tool VAG 1474) - Fig. 4