Output Flange/Driveshaft O-Ring

Output Flange/Driveshaft O-Ring

(Transmission installed)

Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required

• Pressure piece (3402)

• Engine/transmission lifter (VAG1383A) with Universal transmission holder (VAG1359/2)

Removing

- Remove front exhaust system with catalytic converter.

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





- Remove 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 engine/transmission hoist (VAG1383A).

- Drain center differential gear oil. Refer to => [ Center Differential Gear Oil, Changing or Filling ] .

- 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 pressure piece ( 3402).





- 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. Refer to => [ Center Differential Gear Oil, Changing or Filling ] .

Tightening specifications