Right Flange Shaft, Removing And Installing: Installing

Courtesy of AUDI OF AMERICA, LLC

Install in the reverse order of removal while noting the following:

• Replace the circlip after removal.

-- Insert the circlip -1- with the Circlip Pliers: VAS 5503A  .

-- Check the right flange shaft seal for damage and replace if necessary.

-- Fill the space between the sealing lip and the dust lip halfway with Sealing Grease.

-- Insert the right flange shaft.

-- Fill the transmission fluid and check the level. Refer to TRANSMISSION FLUID, DRAINING AND FILLING .

Tightening Specifications 

• Refer to OVERVIEW - DRIVE AXLE .
• Refer to DRIVE AXLE HEAT SHIELD, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .