Q7 Quattro V6-3.6L (BHK) (2007)
Drive/Propeller Shaft: Service and Repair
Rear Driveshaft
Rear Driveshaft
Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required
‹› Counterhold tool (T10172) with adapters (T10172/6)
Removing
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Place selector lever in position "N".
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Check whether there is a factory marking (colored marking) on rear driveshaft and at driveshaft flange. If not, identify position of driveshaft CV
joint - arrow A - to driveshaft flange at rear final drive - arrow B - with paint.
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Remove bolts at rear final drive/rear driveshaft connection; leave one bolt installed hand-tight.
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Use the counterhold tool (T10172) with the adapters (T10172/6) to do this.
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Remove bolts - 1 - at transfer case/rear driveshaft connection; leave one bolt installed hand-tight.