Flange/Driveshaft Seal On Rear Final Drive, Replacing: Notes

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Fig 1: Identifying Special Tools -- Rear Final Drive Flange/Drive Shaft Seal, Final Drive Installed, Replacing

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Special tools and workshop equipment required

Puller - Seal Lever:VW681
Drive Sleeve:30-20
Counterhold - Crankshaft Sprocket:3415
Seal Installer - Shaft Seal Ring:T10019
Three-Arm Puller:VAS251201
Torque Wrench 1601:VAG1601

Special tools and workshop equipment required

Tensioning Strap:T10038

Fig 2: Identifying Tensioning Strap T10038
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Engine and Gearbox Jack:VAS6931 or :VAG1383A

Fig 3: Engine and Gearbox Jack VAS6931 or VAG1383A
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Counterhold - Multiple Use:T10172A

Fig 4: Counterhold - Kit - Multiple Use T10172 With Camshaft Lock T10172/11
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Engine Support:T50015A

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Engine Support Device - Gearbox Bracket:T10346/1

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Locking Fluid:D 000 600
M10 x 25 Bolt
M8 x 15 Hex Socket Bolt