transmission AUDI A4 1998 B5 / 1.G 01V Transmission Rear Final Remove And Install Workshop Manual

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Rear final drive, removing and
installing

Special tools and equipment

Removing
Repair Manual, Engine Mechanical, Repair Group 26; removing and
installing exhaust system
VAG1383A engine/transmission hoist
- Remove rear part of exhaust system behind clamping sleeve(s):
- Remove heat shields above driveshaft.
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- Support final drive with VAG1383A transmission hoist and VAG1359/2
universal mount.
- Secure final drive using belt.

- Remove bolts (arrows) at front crossmember for rear final drive.
- Remove front crossmember.
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Note:
Crossmember -1- does not have to be removed.
Installing
Installation is reverse of removal, noting the following:
Notes: - Remove securing bolts -B- and -C- of rear crossmember at rear final
drive.
- Lower final drive using transmission hoist.
Always replace self-locking nuts.Always clean any remaining locking fluid from thread for drive flange
on rear final drive after removing driveshaft. Otherwise there is a risk
that the bolts may become cross-threaded when installed and shear
when removed again. Cleaning can be performed with a tap.Always replace seal between drive flange and driveshaft (remove
protective film and attach seal to drive flange). Adhesive surface must
be free of grease. Replace driveshaft bolts (self-locking).
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Notes: - Using transmission hoist, lift up final drive until both drive axles can be
flanged on.
- Lightly tighten drive axle securing bolts.
- Lift final drive and bolt to crossmember and final drive mount.
- Bolting in driveshaft page 39
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Repair Manual, Engine Mechanical, Repair Group 26; removing and
installing exhaust system To prevent imbalance, driveshaft flanges -A- and rear final drive
flanges -B- must be installed so that the color markings are aligned
(arrows). After disconnecting driveshaft from rear final drive, an additional
balance washer (thick washer) that may be located between shim and
bolt head may not be reinstalled. Replace driveshaft bolts (self-locking).
- Checking gear oil in rear final drive page 39
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- Install exhaust system free of stress:
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