Exploded view - propshaft with splines on gearbox end — AUDI

Exploded view - propshaft with splines on gearbox end
Note
Refer to general repair instructions
Chapter
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The propshaft of the type with splines on the gearbox end can only be separated from the gearbox by removing it completely.
No repair work can be carried out on the propshaft with the exception of removing, installing and adjusting.
The propshaft should normally be kept straight when it is stored or transported.
The propshaft can be bent as far as the stop at the centre joint, but must not be subjected to any kind of force. The centre joint or the protective boot can be damaged if the joint is forced against its stop.
The propshaft must be tied up or supported at one end if it is detached only at the rear final drive. If necessary, the propshaft can be bent as far as the stop at the centre joint, but it must not be subjected to force.
Use
counterhold tool
T10172
with
adapters
T10172/5
to slacken and tighten the propshaft bolts.
Always keep the propshaft horizontal while pulling it off or fitting it on the rear splined shaft of the gearbox.
Observe correct tightening sequence for bolts securing propshaft to rear final drive
Fig.
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Note the following before renewing the propshaft due to complaints concerning noise and/or vibrations.
Check that centre bearing is free of stress or tension.
Remove bolts securing propshaft to rear final drive. Re-tighten propshaft bolts in specified sequence
Fig.
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Gearbox
Hose clip
Renew
Propshaft
Removing and installing
Chapter
Detaching and attaching propshaft at rear final drive
Chapter
Renewing protective boot
Chapter
Lock plate
Bolt
Self-locking
Always renew
Clean remaining locking fluid out of tapped holes in flange shaft on rear final drive. The threads can be cleaned with a thread tap
Final drive 0BC, 0BD, 0BF
M8 x 45
Tightening torque and sequence
Fig.
Final drive 0BE
M10 x 45 x 1
Tightening torque and sequence
Fig.
Gasket
Renew gasket if damaged (buckled or kinked)
Renew gasket if rubber coating has become detached
Degrease flange shaft and fit gasket
Different coloured sides can be disregarded for installation
Rear final drive
Removing and installing
Chapter
Centre bearing
Bolt
20 Nm
Securing propshaft to rear final drive - tightening torque and sequence
Always renew propshaft bolts
1
.
Counterhold using
counterhold tool
T10172
and adapters
T10172/5
.
Tighten bolts
1
in 3 stages as follows:
Stage
Bolts
Tightening torque/tightening angle
1.
1
Bolt nearest to coloured dots: 30 Nm
1)
2.
1
All remaining bolts: 30 Nm
3.
1
All bolts: turn 90° further
1)
This pushes the CV joint slightly towards the opposite side and reduces the imbalance.
Heat shield for propshaft - tightening torque
Tighten bolts
arrows
to 24 Nm.