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Differential Oil Seal For Propeller Shaft Flange

1. Raise and support vehicle, then remove catalytic converter and exhaust pipe.
2. Tie exhaust system over to right side, then scribe a mark on propeller shaft and differential flange prior to disassembly.
3. Disconnect propeller shaft and tie up out of way.
4. Mark position of pinion nut to pinion, then install holder 3028 or equivalent and remove pinion nut.
5. Remove puller flange using puller VW 391 or equivalent.
6. Remove differential oil seal, then drive in new oil seal up to stop using seal installer 3026 or equivalent.
7. Reinstall pinion flange, ensure nut and threads are free of oil and grease. Coat threads lightly with locking compound D 000 600 or equivalent.
8. Tighten pinion nut exactly to previously marked position, then peen nut.
9. Re-install propeller shaft to previously marked position and torque bolts to 40 ft. lbs.
10. Re-install catalytic converter and exhaust pipe, then lower vehicle.