Drive Axle, Disassembling And Assembling: Notes

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Fig 1: Identifying Special Tools - Axle Shaft Assembly

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Special tools and workshop equipment required

Press Plate:VW401
Press Plate:VW402
Press Piece - Rod:VW408A
Press Piece - Rod:VW411
Press Piece - 37mm:VW416B
Press Piece - Multiple Use:VW447H

Fig 2: Identifying Special Tools

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Special tools and workshop equipment required

Hose Clip Pliers:VAG1275A
Torque Wrench, 6-50Nm:VAG1331A
Torque Wrench, 40-200Nm:VAG1332A
Clamping Pliers:VAG1682A
Tripod Joint Tool:T10065

Special tools and workshop equipment required

Slide Hammer Set:VW771

Fig 3: Identifying Slide Hammer Set
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Puller - Drive Axle:T10382

Fig 4: Puller - Driveshaft
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