Removal (Coupe GT, 4000S & 4000S Quattro)
- On all models, raise and support vehicle. Remove wheels. Disconnect muffler hangers. Lower and secure muffler and tailpipe.
- Remove nut on parking brake linkage equalizer bar. Pry cable sleeves out of brackets. Remove parking brake cables from brackets.
- Disconnect brake hoses and plug lines. Remove nuts from trailing arm mounting bolts, leaving bolts in place. Disconnect spring from brake pressure regulator.
- On 4000S Quattro model, press out stub axle from hub. Remove stub axle with mechanical or hydraulic puller only. Remove driveshaft and angle upward, along final drive housing.
- On all models, remove transverse rod mounting bolt, shock absorber mounting bolts and trailing arm mounting bolts. Remove rear axle assembly while guiding parking brake cable over muffler and tailpipe.