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HOMESERVICE MANUALSAUDI2008A3 BASE, 2.0 E, AUTOMATIC DCTLABOR TIMESDRIVELINES AND AXLESAXLE SHAFTS - FRONTAXLE SHAFT ASSEMBLYREMOVE & INSTALL OR REMOVE & REPLACE
2008 Audi A3 Base, 2.0 E, Automatic DCT
Remove & Install or Remove & Replace
2008 Audi A3 Base, 2.0 E, Automatic DCTSECTION Remove & Install or Remove & Replace
NOTE: For Independent Suspension Type Axles, Axle Shaft Assembly consists of Axle Shaft, Boots and Joints.
| Applies To | Note | Standard Hours | Warranty Hours | Skill Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Both | 2.3 | B | ||
| One Side | 1.4 | B | ||
| Combination Procedure: AXLE SHAFT: Replace: NOTE: For Independent Suspension Type Axles, this operation consists of dissassembly and reassembly of the Axle Shaft Assembly and replacement of the Axle Shaft. | ||||
| Each Side | 1.1 | B | ||
| Combination Procedure: AXLE SHAFT BOOT: Remove & Replace: | ||||
| Both,One Side | 1.1 | B | ||
| One,Inner or Outer | 0.7 | B | ||
| Combination Procedure: CONSTANT VELOCITY JOINT: Remove & Replace: | ||||
| Both,One Side | 1.1 | B | ||
| One,Inner or Outer | 0.7 | B | ||
| Combination Procedure: DIFFERENTIAL OUTPUT FLANGE: Remove & Replace: | ||||
| Left Side | 0.1 | B | ||
| Right Side | 0.2 | B | ||
| Combination Procedure: DIFFERENTIAL OUTPUT SEAL: Remove & Replace: | ||||
| FWD, Left Side | 0.3 | B | ||
| FWD, Right Side | 0.4 | B | ||
RENDER: 1.0x
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.