Transmission Output Shaft Seal, Replacing, Transmission Output Shaft With Splines Without Vibration Damper: Notes

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2018 Audi S7, 2017 Audi S7, and 2016 Audi S7. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Special Tools And Workshop Equipment Required

Puller - Crankshaft/Power Steering Seal :T20143/1
Seal Installer - Output Shaft :T40238
Grease.

NOTE:

Refer to REPAIR INFORMATION .

Refer to GUIDELINES FOR CLEAN WORKING CONDITIONS .

The Transmission Is Installed

It is possible to replace the transmission output shaft seal with the transmission installed.

NOTE:

Check the vehicle data label or the designation on the rear final drive itself to determine which one is installed in the vehicle. Then select the correct rear final drive repair information.

-- Remove the (attached) driveshaft.

Transmission Removed

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-- Secure the transmission to the Gearbox Support :T40173 using a tension strap -1-.

-- Secure the transmission on the Engine And Transmission Holder :VAS6095 . Refer to SECURING ON ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION HOLDER .

Continuation For A Removed Or Installed Transmission

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-- Pry off the dust ring -1-.

NOTE:

The dust ring cannot be removed without destroying it.