Removing and installing transmission shaft (in engine): Audi R8

🧭 Before you start

Fits: Audi R8 (4S, 2015–)

• Special tools named: puller

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• Use counterhold tool3145 to lock flange (1) for transmission shaft and remove nut (2).
• If it is not possible to detach the transmission shaft flange by hand, use a commercially available puller.
• Use counterhold tool3145 to lock flange (1) for transmission shaft and tighten nut (2).

📋 Procedure

1. Remove propshaft .
2. Remove gearbox 7-speed dual clutch gearbox 0BZ34Removing and installing gearbox; Removing gearbox.
3. Remove flywheel 13Cylinder block (gearbox end); Removing and installing flywheel.
4. Remove circlip (1) for ball bearing (front) for transmission shaft with internal circlip pliers(2).
5. Use counterhold tool3145 to lock flange (1) for transmission shaft and remove nut (2).

6. Detach flange for transmission shaft with shim.
7. If fitted, remove vibration damper. [Note: If it is not possible to detach the transmission shaft flange by hand, use a commercially available puller.]
8. Use plastic hammer to drive transmission shaft (1) through towards rear (arrow).
9. Use counterhold tool3145 to lock flange (1) for transmission shaft and tighten nut (2).
10. Peen nut in position after tightening.
11. Install flywheel 13Cylinder block (gearbox end); Removing and installing flywheel.
12. Install gearbox 7-speed dual clutch gearbox 0BZ34Removing and installing gearbox; Installing gearbox.
13. Install propshaft .

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