A8L Quattro Sedan W12-6.0L (BSB) (2005)
CV Joint, Checking for Function
CV joint is properly assembled, if ball hub can be slid back and forth by hand over whole compensation length.
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Press grease into joint body.
Drive axle with 100 mm diameter outer CV joint, grease quantities and types. Refer to => [ Grease Quantity and Type ] See: Service and
Repair/Removal and Replacement/Rear Suspension/Drive Axle Assembly Overview, 100 mm Outer CV Joint.
Outer CV Joint, Servicing
Outer CV Joint, Removing
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Secure the drive axle with protective covers in a vise.
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Open the clamp with (3340).
Insert the (3340) at the back of the clamp as shown in the illustration.
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Slide back the CV joint boot.
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Strike a copper or brass drift - A - on the CV joint inner race with a hammer.
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Remove the CV joint and boot.
Outer CV Joint, Installing
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Slide the CV joint boot onto the axle shaft.