Rear final drive (Audi A4 and Cabriolet, Audi A6), overview

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Fig 1: Rear Final Drive (Audi A4 And Cabriolet, Audi A6), Overview

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1 - Subframe

Removing and installing → 42 - REAR SUSPENSION

2 - Hex bolt

3 - Hex bolt, 40 Nm

For transmission support on subframe
If present, replace nut

4 - Hex socket head bolt, 40 Nm

5 - Rear cross member

6 - Washer

7 - Nut

Self-locking
Replace
Tightening torque → 42 - REAR SUSPENSION

8 - Rear final drive

Removing and installing → Rear final drive (Audi A4 and Cabriolet, Audi A6), removing and installing

9 - Drive axle

Removing and installing → 42 - REAR SUSPENSION

10 - Heat shield

11 - Hex socket head bolt, 25 Nm

12 - Transmission support

13 - Hex socket head bolt, 40 Nm