O-ring for drive pinion housing / Haldex clutch, replacing (final drive removed): Removing

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Volkswagen R32. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Clamping Rear Final Drive In Assembly Fixture

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Clamp rear final drive in assembly fixture.

Fig 2: Removing All Securing Nuts For Drive Pinion Housing

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Remove all securing nuts for drive pinion housing - arrows -.

NOTE:

Illustration shows only 3 nuts.

Fig 3: Threading In Drive Pinion Housing Bolts

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Remove drive pinion housing, threading in bolts - A - uniformly so that housing is not canted.

Fig 4: Identifying O-Ring

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Remove O-ring - A -.