Final Drive, Removing And Installing: Notes

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Special tools and workshop equipment required

Engine and Gearbox Jack: VAS6931 or : VAG1383A

Fig 1: Engine and Gearbox Jack VAS6931 or VAG1383A
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Counterhold - Multiple Use: T10172A

Fig 2: Counterhold - Kit - Multiple Use T10172 With Camshaft Lock T10172/11
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Multipoint Socket: T10035 and if necessary Bits for VAG1331/13: T10099

Fig 3: Multipoint Socket T10035
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Torque Wrench 1331 5-50Nm: VAG1331
Torque Wrench 1332 40-200Nm: VAG1332

Brief Description

The rear axle is lowered at the rear bearing areas.

The rear stabilizer bar is removed and the drive axles are disconnected from the final drive. Electrical connections and vent lines are disconnected from the final drive.

Remove the >>rear section<< of the exhaust system with the heat shield and disconnect the driveshaft from the final drive.

The final drive is lowered with the transmission jack in the direction of travel >>downward<< at an angle.