Left Flange Shaft

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Special tools and workshop equipment required

Old oil collecting and extracting device V.A.G 1782

Removing

Proceed as follows:

NOTE:

Observe general repair notes, refer to REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS .
Observe cleanliness rules when working on transmissions. Refer to CLEAN WORKING CONDITIONS .

-- Remove left front wheel.

Fig 1: Center Noise Insulation Fasteners And Center Noise Insulation Panel

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-- Remove noise insulation in center by loosening fasteners -1 through 4-.

-- Remove left noise insulation -arrows-.

Fig 2: Identifying Right Noise Insulation -Arrows-, Removal

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-- Perform steps for removing left, drive axle -1- to wheel hub -2- connection must not be removed. Refer to Removal and Installation .

Fig 3: Identifying Collar Bolt For Left/Right Drive Axle

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-- Tie up left side of drive axle

-- Place used oil collection and extraction device V.A.G 1782 under transmission.

-- Remove left flange shaft bolt by installing 2 bolts in flange and counter holding flange shaft with assembly lever.

Fig 4: Identifying Flange Shafts

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-- Remove flange shaft with spring, thrust washer and tapered ring.

Installing

Tightening specification, refer to FLANGE SHAFTS AND SHAFT SEALS ASSEMBLY OVERVIEW .

Install in reverse order, paying attention to the following:

-- Press flange shaft against spring force and tighten.

-- Install left drive shaft. Refer to Removal and Installation .

-- Tighten ball joint on control arm. Refer to Description and Operation .

-- Tighten coupling rod on stabilizer bar. Refer to Description and Operation .

-- Gear oil level, checking and topping off. Refer to GEAR OIL LEVEL, CHECKING AND FILLING .