Drive pinion, adjusting: Notes

2004 Audi A6 Quattro, 2.7 D, StandardSECTION Notes

Adjusting drive pinion and hollow shaft.

Repairs after which the drive pinion must be adjusted. See ADJUSTMENT OVERVIEWΒ  .

Special tools, testers and auxiliary itemsΒ 

  • Universal mandrel VW 385/1
  • Centering disc VW 385/2
  • Centering disc VW 385/3
  • Measuring plunger VW 385/14
  • Dia gauge extension VW385/15
  • Measuring plate VW 385/17
  • Master gauge VW 385/30
  • Universal dial gauge bracket VW 387
  • Press tool VW 407
  • Multi-purpose tool VW 771/15
  • Thrust pad 3062
  • Pin 3114/2
  • Clamping sleeve 3116
  • Bolt 3116/1
  • Torque gauge 0-600 Ncm
  • Dial gauge
  • Dial gauge extension 6.5 mm
RENDER: 1.0x

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