A8L Quattro Sedan W12-6.0L (BSB) (2005)
Seals and Gaskets: Service and Repair
Rear Final Drive Shaft Flange Oil Seal
Rear Final Drive Shaft Flange Oil Seal
Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required
‹› Engine-/gearbox jack (V.A.G 1383/A) with universal mounting (V.A.G 1359/2)
‹› Counter-hold tool (3028)
‹› Drive flange fitting appliance (VW 391)
‹› Multi propose tool (VW 771)
‹› Extractor hook (VW771/37)
‹› Drift (3026)
‹› Drift sleeve (VAS 3143)
‹› Torque wrench (VAG1331) (or equivalent)
‹› Torque wrench (VAG1332) (or equivalent)
Removing
‹› Rear final drive installed
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Refer to General repair instructions => [ General Repair Instructions ] See: Description and Operation/Rear Final Drive 01R (09EA Transmission)
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Remove rear section of exhaust system (rearward of exhaust pipe clamp(s)):
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Remove bolts - arrows - and remove bottom cover.
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Check whether there is a factory marking (paint) on driveshaft. If not, mark position of CV joint - arrow A - in relation to rear final drive - arrow
B - with paint.