Installing differential pinion gears and side gears - transmissions without springs behind axle flanges
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 1999 Volkswagen GTI, 1998 Volkswagen GTI, 1997 Volkswagen GTI, 1996 Volkswagen GTI, and 1995 Volkswagen GTI. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Lubricate one-piece thrust washer with transmission oil and install.
- Insert pinion gears and drive in pinion gear shaft.
- Drive in new spring pin, see Removing and installing spring pin for differential pinion shaft .
- Insert side gears, turned 180°, and pivot into position (-arrow-).