Driveshaft To Transmission: Removing

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See notes, refer to DRIVESHAFT BOLTED ON TRANSMISSION-SIDE ASSEMBLY OVERVIEW
Working on the driveshaft should only be performed with the vehicle on a two-column shop hoist.

NOTE:

Do not bend the decoupling element in the front exhaust pipe more than 10°, otherwise it will get damaged.

-- Loosen the clamping sleeve(s) -arrows- and disconnect the exhaust system.

Fig 1: Clamping Sleeve Threaded Connections

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-- Tie the front exhaust pipe(s) to the underbody.

-- Remove the heat shield -A- from the transmission -arrows-, if equipped.

Fig 2: View Of Driveshaft Heat Shield

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-- Remove the bolts connecting the driveshaft to the transmission using the T10172 and T10172/5.

Fig 3: Using T10172 To Hold Driveshaft

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-- Tie the driveshaft to the underbody.