Front Flexible Disc, Removing And Installing
Short Description
Remove and install the front flexible disc only when the driveshaft is removed.
Special tools and workshop equipment required
- Engine and Gearbox Jack VAS6931 or VAG1383A
- Counterhold - Kit - Multiple Use T10172
- Torque Wrench 1331 5-50Nm VAG1331
- Torque Wrench 1332 40-200Nm VAG1332
Removing
A twin-pillar lifting platform should be used when working on the driveshaft.
Mark the position of all the parts to each other before removing them. Install in the same position otherwise the imbalance will be excessive and the bearings could get damaged causing rumbling noises.
Do not bend the driveshaft, only store and move when fully extended.
-- Remove the driveshaft. Refer to DRIVESHAFT, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .
-- Lay the driveshaft down fully extended.
The following figure shows it installed.
Remove the front flexible disc from the driveshaft -arrows-.
-- Counterhold using Counterhold - Kit - Multiple Use T10172 when loosening and tightening the bolts.
Installing
Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following:
Sealing rings in driveshaft flanges -arrow- must not be damaged when removing and installing.
Replace the driveshaft if it is damaged.
Do not tilt the driveshaft. Push it horizontally onto the centering pins.
Install all driveshaft parts marked in relation to each other in same position when reinstalling.
-- Attach the flexible disc to the driveshaft using new bolts. Tightening specifications. Refer to OVERVIEW - DRIVESHAFT .
Flexible Disc and Heat Shield Installed Position
- The open side of the heat shield faces away from the driveshaft.
- Install the flexible disc so that the heat shield touches the driveshaft flange
-- Install the driveshaft. Refer to DRIVESHAFT, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .