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Driveshaft, Manual Transmission: Notes

NOTE:

Constant velocity (CV) joints are packed G-6 with grease.

Outer CV joints:

Outer joint dia. Total grease required Proportions:
Joint Boot
98 mm (3.9 in.) 120 g (4.2 oz.) 80 g (2.8 oz.) 40 (1.4 oz.)

Inner CV joints:

Inner joint dia. Total grease required Proportions:
Joint Boot
108 mm (4.3 in.) 120 g (4.2 oz.) 35 g (1.2 oz.) 85 g (3.0 oz.)

Re-grease the joints, if necessary, when replacing the CV joint boots.

GWWA40-0087Courtesy of AUDI OF AMERICA, LLC
  1. Circlip
    • Remove and install with standard circlip pliers
  2. Gasket
    • Always replace, remove protective backing and install on CV joint
  3. CV joint, inner
  4. Boot with cap
    • With vent hole
    • Check for cracks and abrasion
    • Drive off gently with mandrel
    • Before assembling, seal with -D3- on face of CV joint
  5. Splined shaft
    • Different lengths for left and right sides
  6. Clamp
  7. CV boot
  8. Clamp
  9. Dished washer
  10. Spacer washer
  11. Circlip
  12. CV joint, outer