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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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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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