Removing left drive shaft: — VW

🧭 Before you start

Fits: platform codes 1H1, 1H2

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• Mark installation position of bolts.

📋 Procedure

1. Set up support bracket.
2. Remove bolt (arrow) for rear gearbox mounting.
3. Remove bolt (arrow) for front engine mounting.
4. Raise engine/gearbox assembly.
5. Loosen drive shaft hexagon nuts only while vehicle is standing on wheels.

6. Unbolt drive shaft from gearbox flange shaft.
7. Mark installation position of bolts.
8. Unscrew bolts (arrow A).
9. Loosen bolt (arrow B).
10. Swing wheel outwards (insert wooden block or similar between suspension strut and wheel housing if necessary).
11. Turn engine and gearbox forwards with engine support3300 A.

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