All-Wheel Drive Clutch Torque, Checking

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The torque is only checked when it suggested based on "Guided Fault Finding".

Special tools and workshop equipment required

Socket - 36mm:T10125 (1/2 inch)

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36 mm Socket, 3/4 inch, commercially available
or
3/4 inch adapter for 1/2 inch
Counter Holder:T40345

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Torque Wrench 1332 40-200Nm:V.A.G 1332

Fig 1: Identifying Torque Wrench 1332
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Torque Wrench 80-400Nm:V.A.G 1576

Fig 2: Identifying Torque Wrench V. A. G 1576
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Vehicle Diagnostic Tester

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Only check the torque if "Guided Fault Finding" specifically requests it.

-- Remove the driveshaft. Refer to DRIVE AXLE, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .

-- Connect the Vehicle Diagnostic Tester and switch on the ignition.

-- On the Vehicle Diagnostic Tester, select the function 22 - Actuator test under Guided Functions in the 22 - AWD electronics folder.

-- Start the selected program and follow the instructions in the display of the Vehicle Diagnostic Tester.

-- Mount the tool as shown to check the torque of the all-wheel drive clutch.

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A - Torque Wrench 1332 40-200Nm:V.A.G 1332 and Torque Wrench 80-400Nm :V.A.G 1576

Use the Torque Wrench 80-400Nm:V.A.G 1576 to check higher torques.
To do so, a 36 mm Socket3/4 inch (commercially available) or a 3/4 inch adapter for 1/2 inch is required.

-- Install the driveshaft. Refer to the appropriate Service Information .