Volkswagen Workshop Service and Repair Manuals

Removing and installing propshaft   Note t  If possible, use a twin pillar lifting platform when working on the propshaft. t  Before removing, mark positions of all parts relative to each other. Reinstall in the same position otherwise imbalance will be excessive, the mountings could be damaged causing rumbling noises. t  Keep propshaft straight; store and transport fully extended only. t  Do not let propshaft »hang« during removal; always support it. t  Always pull propshaft from or push it onto drive flange horizontally . Special tools and workshop equipment required t  Torque wrench -V.A.G 1332- t  Engine and gearbox jack -V.A.G 1383 A-

t  Counterhold -T10172- Removing –  Remove noise insulation → General body repairs, exterior; Rep. gr.50.

–  Unscrew bolts -1- and -2- of pendulum support.

–  Press »engine and gearbox« forwards and secure with an appropriate piece of wood -A-. –  Support front section of exhaust system with engine and gearbox jack -V.A.G 1383 A-.

–  Disconnect exhaust system at clamp -arrows- and remove rear part of exhaust system → Rep. gr.26. –  Remove tunnel cross piece.

–  Loosen intermediate bearing bolts -arrows- two turns. –  Loosen, but do not remove, front and rear propshaft bolts.

–  Counterhold at rear final drive when loosening or tightening propshaft.

To prevent later noise due to imbalance:

–  If there are no markings -arrows-, mark position of propshaft relative to final drive flange. –  Also mark position of propshaft relative to bevel box flange. –  Unbolt propshaft from rear final drive and rest it on engine and gearbox jack -V.A.G 1383 A-.

–  When pulling off or pushing on propshaft, always ensure that sleeve -arrow- is not damaged.   Note A second mechanic is required for the further removal of the propshaft. –  Unbolt propshaft from bevel box.   WARNING To avoid damaging the protective boot in the centre bearing, remove, store and install the propshaft with the joint as straight as possible. –  Unbolt intermediate bearing and remove propshaft to rear, keeping the joint as straight as possible. Installing Install in the reverse order of removal, observing the following: –  Install all parts which were marked in relation to each other in their original positions. –  Tighten propshaft bolts. Torque settings → Chapter.

–  Bolt on pendulum support using »new« bolts. Torque settings → Running gear, axles, steering; Rep. gr.40. –  Install exhaust system → Rep. gr.26. –  Install noise insulation → General body repairs, exterior; Rep. gr.50. –  Install tunnel cross piece → General body repairs, exterior; Rep. gr.50.