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O-Ring For Output Flange/Driveshaft, Replacing



O-ring for output flange/driveshaft, replacing, 01V, 5 Spd. A/T AWD
(Transmission installed)

Special tools and equipment

3402 pressure piece:




VAG 1383 A engine/transmission lifter with universal transmission holder VAG 1359/2:





Removing
- Remove front exhaust system with catalytic converter.





- Remove heat shield for driveshaft from cover for Torsen differential (arrows).





- Unbolt driveshaft -1- from transmission and let rest on heat shield -2-
- Secure driveshaft using wire (arrow) to bracket -3- of fuel lines or support driveshaft using V.A.G 1383A engine/transmission hoist.
- Drain center differential gear oil.





- Unbolt output flange driveshaft while securing output flange/driveshaft against turning using a drift.
- Pull out output flange/driveshaft.





- Remove O-ring using appropriate screwdriver.

Installing
Installation is reverse of removal, noting the following:
- Coat outer edge and sealing lip of oil seal with gear oil.





- Drive O-ring in to stop using 3402 pressure piece.
- Fill area between sealing lip and dust lip halfway with sealing grease G 052 128 A1.
- Secure output flange/driveshaft with socket-head bolt.
- Bolt driveshaft to output flange/driveshaft
- Install front exhaust system with catalytic converter.
- Fill transfer housing with gear oil and check oil level.

Tightening Torques: