Audi Q7: Flange Shaft Protective Ring, Replacing
Flange Shaft Protective Ring, Replacing, 0DB and 0D2
Special tools and workshop equipment
required
- Press Plate -VW401-
- Press Plate -VW402-
- Press Piece - Multiple Use -VW412-
- Press Piece - Deflection Ring -T40089/1-
- Intake Manifold Release Tool -T10526-
- -3-Separating Tool - 22-115mm,
for example Puller - Kukko Quick Action Separating Tool -
22-115mm -17/2-
Removing the Protective Ring -A-
from the Flange Shaft
B - -17/2-, for example.

Installing the Protective Ring -1-
on the Flange Shaft
- Installation position: the larger outer diameter of the
protective ring faces toward the flange.

Flange/Driveshaft Protective Ring, Replacing
Flange/Driveshaft Protective Ring, Replacing, 0DB and 0D2
Special tools and workshop equipment
required
- Press Plate -VW401-
- Press Piece - Rod -VW407-
- Press Piece - Multiple Use -VW412-
- Seal Installer - Flange Shaft -T10049-
- -3-Separating tool 22 to 75 mm,
such as -17/1-
- Flange/driveshaft removed.
Press the Protective Ring off the Flange/Driveshaft.
A - Separating Tool - 22-115mm, such as -17/2-

Install the Protective Ring -arrow-
onto the Flange/Driveshaft.
- Installation position: ribbed side of the protective ring
points to the flange.
- The protective ring -A- must
engage audibly in the groove on the flange.

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Special tools and workshop equipment
required
Seal Installer - Flange Shaft -T10049-
Puller - Unit Injector -T10055-
Counterhold - Kit - Multiple Use -T10172-
Counterhold - Kit - Adapters
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Information on the Mechanically Driven A/C Compressor
Note
At the start of production, the A/C compressors manufactured
by "Denso" (type "6 SEU 14") are installed. A/C compressors from
other manufacturers or another type may also be installed at a
later time. Refer to the Parts Catalog
General information
Special care is required if you are working in the
motor compartment
For work in the motor compartment, such as
checking and filling fluids, there is a risk of injury,
scalding, accidents, and burns. For this
reason, follow all the warnings and general
safety precautions provided