How to remove, install axle shaft, inspect clicking CV joint, VW Passat and Audi A4 A6 DIY driveaxle

[@alt9515]

Thanks to this video I was able to do this job myself on my 2004 VW Passat Wagon 1.8T (standard transmission) !!! ***Might be worth noting or editing this video to show that in order to tighten the inner cv joint bolts the vehicle must either be in gear or one must insert lug nuts into the brake caliper to keep the axle from rotating. A screwdriver alone in the caliper would not hold it in my case. Please excuse me if any of my comments are inaccurate. I'm a total novice. Thank you Myturbodiesel for the Video and Raxles for a terrific product.

[@sortedtales]

Good video. No BS and just the right amount of good humour.

[@5250lucky]

drivers side cvc axle replacement for 2001 volkswagon jetta automatic transmission

[@sortedtales]

Are those rims the 'Montreal II's?

[@DrewFuss]

This was seriously a great video to learn from. It really isn’t that hard of a job once you watch your tutorial and study up on it. Thank you for taking your time to help others learn to fix their own vehicles so we don’t have to spend thousands at dealerships. Def gotta thumbs up and a new subscriber here.

[@julius350z]

Just wanted to let you know you are a great teacher! I contacted Raxles last night and they got back to me on a sunday! Nice people for sure! I emailed him and mentioned you in the email! I really appreciate people like yourself who take the time to make such informative videos.

[@karldavid894]

A breath of fresh air, this was the most well explained video on KZbin, its just like being bk at college, top bloke

[@Brown969]

Having never replaced a cv joint/axel before, I found your video very helpful and giving me the confidence to diy. Reinstalling the axel will hopefully be as easy as removal...

[@berlisss]

thank you VERY MUCH. this is one of the most detailed and professional videos i have seen on the subject!!

[@charlyjo]

V. V v. V. V. V. v. , ggofkxgf

[@briangreenhalgh6475]

Great Video. Going to get dirty this weekend on my 2001 A4. My experience with RAXLES was above what I expected.

[@VFizz]

Great vid I have done my own brakes for years but was always afraid to replace axles I will definitely use your tips when I replace axles on my Passat Thanks again! BTW- that was a well behaved cat

[@LiveFreeOrFry]

Very well done and comprehensive. Thank you. Ive been working on VWs since the early 70s.

[@teamdowney9307]

Just did the axles on an 04 Passat. Your video was extremely informative and helped us knock out the job with ease! Used Raxles this time. They feel twice as strong as the cheap Chinese crap from the parts stores. Thanks for spending the time on this video.

[@Venezia1110]

Thanks for making this easy! Found pulling on shaft expands length so there seemed not enough room in A4 b5. I had to grab the inner flange and pull to compress both joints and shorten the whole shaft. Shift inner toward front, then really use full length of axle bolt to push out splined end. Push/pull joints, not shaft, and keep is short. Same on install, use bolt to pull splined outer into hub, then compress and slide in the inner. Raxles are best, but FYI, no flange bolts incl. for Audis.

[@BadDuet]

11:00 mins in and we get some bonus internet cat, thanks for the good video. You've done all the research.

[@henrymart]

Great video. I just replaced both axles on my 1999 B5 (Passat V6 automatic transmission) and it was truly easier than I thought. I did need to buy a couple of tools I didn't have (1/2" breaker bar from Amazon, hex socket set, and a 17mm Hex socket). I agree that the manual states to remove the suspension arms, but for my vehicle this is completely unnecessary, as you mention in the video. This saves lots of time and bruised knuckles! Just follow the video and you are home free.. Thanks for the video!

[@coachjackson6211]

Thanks for the right up. '01 Audi allroad. Inner boot was torn. Really bad vibration on acceleration. Stick on 6mt would vibrate violently on accelration. Triple square bolts are just crazy. First 5 bolts came out easy. Stripped last bolt of course. Mixed ATF and acetone 50/50 as a penetrating. Tried vice grips no luck. Propane heat and vice grips, no luck. Drilled thru with reverse bit and reverse extractor. Could not get enough pressure to get extractor to drill into the bolt. Had to break out the sawzall with bimetal blade. Split head bolt in half to make a slot. Intention was to put a flat head bit into the slot and turn it with pneumatic drill. Slot not wide enough for flat head bit. Took long chisel to the slot to make it wider. Half the head came off. Side hammered the remaining piece of the bolt head. Finally success, the dam thing moved. Used the extractor bit to remove the bolt. 20 min to put the axle in according to your video. No need to remove the knuckle. It was a little tight in there. I did use three jack stands for extra safety. I'm no mechanic but vids like yours give me the confidence to give it a try.

[@Shinamura]

This video is PERFECT!!! Exactly what I needed to see. I drive a 00 Audi A4 1.8tqm and the right side boot is torn. You gave me enough confidence to wrench it myself and save some money on labor!

[@Karibbean]

Totally didn't recognize the cat rubbing on his arm until he was done speaking lol.. Professional review 5 stars***** Thank you for your help!

[@AutoMediaGroup_ca]

Probably one of the best diy videos on youtube. Thank you for your video.

[@bobby6631]

Cats are amazing !!! just small lions!! This is one of the most excellent videos for axle removal on Audi you make it look simple.. very informative to the point and clear. Thanks didn’t know about regrinds!!

[@spyromcfarfenugen]

Good vid man. Still helpin people in 2019. I'm about to go at this on my 2001 Passat. Thanks for the vid and badass cat!

[@barry2776]

Thank you very much for the detailed and explanation / recommendation of the critical parts. I am not a fan of my 07 Jetta GLI Turbo 210k but it is people like yourself that keep me hanging on to it. Again Thank you

[@cyntia2623]

you made popping out that axle easier than it was at least for me.

[@crash_override9435]

Love the precise nature of this video, with just enough theory and tips. You did wonderful - I wish most were as concise as this.

[@jamesgraeme3657]

This video helped me a lot to replace my drive shaft. Thanks for taking the time to post it and also for your web site that has lots of other useful guides. I just wanted you to know that it's really appreciated.

[@tiffanysmith8908]

Thanks! my god. I knew it couldn't be THAT hard. And I'm stoked to see that its quick. I know it can be up to 35 minutes per side. I bought brand new OEM axles for both sides. Thanks for being awesome.

[@slipperyslope3912]

6:15 "I like to loosen the hex bolts with hand tools so I can inevitably strip them out later with the air gun." 🤣🤣🤣

[@Rynoheonlydoesawsome]

VERY VERY WELL DONE!!! its so hard to find videos like this for my a4

[@richardtaft8921]

This is great!! Love it, I only wish I would have seen it before I took My 2005 TDI into the VW Dealer and paid 800.00 to have them change out the motor mounts to stop the vibration. NOT

[@allieslingerland]

OMG he is so right about the axles, I change my axles more than i change my breaks on my paSSAT in last few years.

[@tomthompson7400]

those centre bolts can be really really tight , and I mean really tight. Handy video as I didnt know I could get away without dropping ball joints etc.

[@JRo250]

Excellent, EXCELLENT video! Great audio/video quality and great directions and detail along the way. At times it sounds like you're reading a script but that's probably because you know what you're doing.

[@MiselStarmo]

Very informative. The sound's been driving me crazy-now I know what to buy and how to fix it. Cheers.

[@mortennilssen3114]

Thanks for a great video. Not so easy to get the old axle out of the wheel assembly, but easier than removing suspension parts, I guess. Piece of cake to install the new axle. RAXLES rock!

[@martincampbell1858]

used the same method on 2004 skoda 2.5 tdi v6 diesel worked a treat thanks a lot

[@87Maluna]

Hey, I just want to thank you for your video. It helped me out a ton today. I was working on a 2005 Passat 1.8T Auto. The repair manual I have said to take the entire steering knuckle out. Man, was I happy I came across your vedio while looking for an easier way to do it. Once again, thank you. Awesome video! :)

[@BradleyStoneV]

Thanks for a great video! I just replaced the front drivers side axle (with a Raxles axle of course) on my A4 B5 30v and this video was perfect. The only difference on mine was a heat shield with 3 allen head bolts that was easily removed first.

[@wizkid01]

p-i-p-e 300 dollars... that was hillarious, couldn't stop laughing 😂

[@jonathonharrington7969]

Very helpful! Everything was pretty much the same on my 2002 audi a4. very glad i found this. dont know what i would have done without this. THANKS!!!!!

[@dustbags1]

Excellent video, helped a lot. Thought changing the axle on my volkswagen would be harder than all of the other non-vw cars Ive done the job on, but it appears to be pretty simple. Thank you!

[@tshon2]

Ok, I've tried working with this video for my 2008 Audi A4 B7 2.0t and unfortunately this video doesn't completely help. You all the way, I mean it's spot on for but you cannot access the third screw or middle screw at the top of the shield that you need to remove to maneuver the drive axle out. This video got me so close and I applaud the details.

[@rosincore]

I would buy from Raxles. I bought two within the last week and have never been so satisfied by a supplier! The packaging was very great, came along with torque specs, tools, pre paid shipping label, new 17mm allen bolt and the 6 bolts that hold the axle to the transmission. What more could you ask for.. For that price. Ill pay more money upfront for these, rather than buying autozone and have to replace it 8 months down the road... No my choice. Thanks myturbodieseld0tcom for your review!

[@thormetzinger2172]

Awesome video man!! This is EXACTLY what I needed. I don't have the maintenance manual-- so the only thing that would have really helped this video more is if you gave torque specs for the bolts--Thanks for the RAXLES link too I will totally mention you.

[@joeackerson8425]

Thanks for mixing in some humor. I'm going to replace both sides on my B5.5 this week. I did buy rebuilt from auto parts store and noticed the VW/Audi stamp on the joints. It will be interesting to compare them to OEM. I was surprised both outer OEM boots were completely split after 75k miles. Took 175k for one to split on my Honda. Love the VW though.

[@ummerkhan1982]

Thank you dude, great video and has helped me determine the knocking noise from my CV joints. Will be replacing both sides tomorrow. But best advice from you about the vibrations and replace the whole axle rather than engine mounts as so many people have told me since i got my dual mass flywheel done that the mounts could have cracked but its exactly as you said vibration on idle from the inner joint. Will be replacing both sides tomorrow on my Audi A3 2.0tdi DSG Sline 2007 model! Great help, appreciate it. And love the cat!!!

[@chupalia]

This is the best DIY car vid on youtube.

[@lvwrx]

great vid, thanks for the help. those pinch bolts are a PITA. had to change my control arms on a B6, used heat and air hammer to pull it....no fun

[@Rickytricky01]

I liked the cat in the video also the driveshaft swap was fairly informative.

[@user1250]

Thank man saved a lot of money following this video to the T

[@bradhuffjr777]

In 2024, O'Reilly has good deals on NEW CV Axles that fix this problem for the life of the vehicle, IMO. In the USA...

[@klown81381]

Your video saved me a lot of time on my cv axles thanx for the help!

[@jaakiekko77]

Thanks man, the advice was good and the cat hanging around was a really good addition. Cheers!

[@elijahschott9978]

Doing the Job on my Audi TT Quatro. Thanks for the video.

[@uCare2much4them]

Very good information. Size bolts and tools used and points of interest in addition to overview and problem issue are helpful. I would suggest getting a ball and socket rather than the universal you use as they can flip with power tools and do not deliver constant torque. SnapOn tool is work the price over cheaper ones. Thanks for the GREAT video. Also the power boot spreader is really helpful for installing boots without disassemble. Never use the split boots that are sold as a fix for damaged boots.

[@Blaydrnnnr]

My sons Passat is a 2002, I think that makes it a B5.5? Hope this is the same. I am going to try this this week. 17mm hex, 10mm triple square bit, 6mm hex for heatshiled, hopefully 2 correct axles from Cardone.

[@TheTank1664]

2020 and your video has saved me lots of £££££ sir i thank you.

[@jonathanganther6116]

hahah that cat cracked me up, when It comes to Audi's I always want to look up if there anything special before I get to work, man the internet is better than All-Data. Thanks for the how to.

[@portalnatorbackfromthedead3429]

On a 2004 Passat Wagon GLS 1.8L Turbo you need to jack the suspension all the way to the top to get the CV joint out on passenger side, didn't do Drivers. I almost lost my mind he makes it look so easy! For anyone else having this issue!

[@amandeep650]

Portalnator Back from the dead Holy I thought I was an idiot I was struggling so hard, but you were right I had to do the same thing as you on the driver's side.

[@marc2700]

Yes it doesn't come out like in the video the exhaust is in the way. Thank you!!

[@alt9515]

+Portalnator Back from the dead I have the same vehicle, the Drivers side came out without jacking suspension. I pulled the inner CV joint out, forward and up first. Could then slip outer cv joint out.

[@dylanshawhanable]

+Portalnator Back from the dead Your tip in this commnt saved me a ton of trouble last night. I really appreciate it. So true that it isn't as easy as he makes it look in the video without jacking the suspension all the way up.

[@TheKeithuk]

Another good video Chitty, the forum has gone crap since you sold the forum, the TDI Wiki link doesn't show now

[@stevenharpervw]

Best part of the video is fighting with the cat 🐱 what is the cats name and will it feature in future videos 😂

[@roderickfysh]

may God bless you for loving your cat so much

[@chupamishuevos303]

Sorry dude but that cat stole your spotlight lol like the video cuz of him good video tho very informative

[@ericsloane1844]

Thankyou for your very instructional video. Did this job myself thanks to it.

[@juliozotero100]

Its has been one uf tve best vídeos i have seen . Crear job, thanks

[@bsj911uk]

Great Video, The process was broken down well and very informative 10/10. many thanks.

[@JohnDoe-gm5qr]

My Jetta uses the same lug bolts. I find that 11/16 is a very good fit IF you can't find your 17 mm. USE THE 17 mm if you can find it, 11/16 will work for those bad days when you can't find the correct tool. Both the 11/16 and 17 mm seem to be close in size enough that you might grab one thinking you have the other.

[@jacobekoba200]

I have learnt so much from the video clip. well done

[@davidjacobharder2902]

Thanks alot..after i tracked down the tool it was a breeze. Good work.

[@VFizz]

Which tool was that?

[@stigerjw]

Thanks for the vid. Great detail. Regarding Raxles, I used them users ago to replace the CV axles on my Eagle Talon. Great company and great product.

[@FrankJamesMusic]

Love the Tabby! My fav. Kitty. Thanks so much for the help.

[@h4xliv]

Your cat approves of the new driveshaft :-)

[@humbertom1184]

Nice video. I am diagnosing a noise in my car and have being ignoring the issue with cv axle. That could be the source of the noise

[@JohannaMueller57]

love that cat! :D

[@dubious5515]

myturbodieseldotcom Thanks to you I got my new axle shipped in today! Can't wait to install it! :D

[@ghostindamachine8526]

Thanks buddy... needed to figure out the inner cv bolt spec. 10mm tripple square! Mahalo,

[@klydolph2]

I'm late to the party but heres my 5 cent; I replaced the axle on the drivers side. It had the 6 bolt flange on the inner knuckle. When I should lift up the inner knuckle to line it up with the bolt holes it was binding on something so I used a little force upwards. Then whatever it was binding to let go and it went fast upward a bit and made a noise. OK I thought, then Im past that obstacle. But then I felt something drip on my forehead - drip drip drip. WHAT I thought - have I smashed a hole in the gearbox??? What happened was the knuckle had hit the clutch slave cylinder and broken it. Hydraulic fluid was dripping on my forehead. It turns out that slave cylinder was made of plastic. And I can tell you that slave cylinder was a bear to replace without taking the gearbox out of the car. So be careful when pushing that drive axle upwards.

[@incredibleplug89]

Trying to get my cat to change the rear axles on my a4 b6 Quattro . Good info ,thanks .

[@BlueCrow7]

My ginger cat does that, really helpful getting cat butt when you're laying on the floor lol

[@MsWojtekwojtek]

Kto był najlepszy! On już to wszystko wie😊

[@clauzpedersen3593]

Thank you so much for making this video. now wish me good luck!

[@Kstevieg]

Great video with proper lighting, angle, focus, and special "cat" effects. Now, as for the spline fasteners, I appreciate your calling out of the size--it sure made me appreciate regular SAE & M 6 point cap screws on my USA built equipment. Remind me of any possible advantage internal spline has over a grade 8, 6 point nut or cap??? Thanks.

[@pentastarpride]

Thanks fro a great video! I first thought is was going to be like a Japanese car and have to disassemble the suspension.

[@conanhayle]

love your cat ,, I had one like this some years ago called Thomas..

[@RomanTrollanski]

Can you please reply with the tools size and type you use to get the CV joint out?! Need to go to the store to buy them. Thanks in advance!

[@joeyglasses4050]

very informative! you my man are a very good teacher... i owe you a case of beer!!!!

[@mrtee3477]

Joseph Worthy donate to his paypal.

[@Radi03030]

bought an autozone cv axle and got it installed. The axle made a buzzing noise when pressing the gas. After that i remove it and took it back and got a replacement. I got home and opened the replacement and the boot was completely broken. Took it back and got another replacement and this time my cars steering started to malfunction. I just took it back they paid for the mechanic and got my money back. Pretty bad experience.

[@joemac356]

Clean out the heads of the bolts and then tap the tool into them with a hammer. This prevents the tool from rounding out the triple square. They can be tight and not want to turn. And yes, some lube on the splines of the stub axle will make removal the next time a lot easier. I use blue thread lock on the bolt threads before installation for peace of mind.

[@sailrini]

I just bought a 2002 passat, i really want to do mechanical work and its something I definitely want to get into with this car. Could I do this myself, especially if I have someone who has done a CV joint before?Also my serpentine belt needs replaced, might be a good idea for a video :) definitely subbing, your videos are nice and straight forward !

[@AdventuringArt]

love the cat!! Thanks I have a Passat 1.8T!

[@gabibelongea3967]

supper informative, thank you so much. i will go replace my axles now

[@certified1964]

Just some information if you're replacing the right side half shaft on a 2009 tiguan. I damaged my transmision trying to get the half shaft out. The left side came out easy enough so I peeked through the hole in the transfer case and said easy enough I will just punch the right side shaft through the shaft opening. Boy was I wrong. Dont do what I did you will have to replace your transmision if you do. The right side is rusted in place that is why it will not come out, you can pry and bang on it all you want and all you're going to do is destroy your trans. My recommendation is for you to get wd40 or any lubricant past the seal and soak it as much as you can let it sit then try removing it again. Apparently it's a common problem because I purchased a used transmision from a reputable yard and they did the same thing I did removing the shaft. Again be patient and spray spray spray. Good luck

[@myturbodieseld0tcom]

I don't lie. Thumbs up for the video?

[@Venezia1110]

Russionconcussion, MTD is the expert, but it seems dead stop is the only speed that eliminates crappy-but-new axles as culprits for vibration of whole car. Lack of balance and CV binding comes into play only when they are spinning (or trying to). Many things could cause car shudder/vibration/shake at stop, though. Gas or TDI, get at least a cheap reader and pull codes, plus check all motor and trany mounts. If it's a TDI, check myturbodiesel forum for timing, injectors, hammering, etc.

[@TheChrisrods77]

Awesome tutorial, Cool nosy cat...keep up the good work.

[@thetrico]

The cat was awesome when the axle on the cardoard box!!! Pushing yer hand for some glove love :3)

[@stevencoffey2770]

Great vid. Made it real simple for me. The cake is always a lie

[@MrMikevreekenitup]

Cat was great guide was helpful thanks man!

[@ElectroRaveRangers]

i'll be doing this very job soon on mine (i also like the cat) so thank you for a very helpful video! do you have a video on replacing wheel speed sensors at all? i've got a copy of VCDS, says front right, and rear right wheel speed sensors are at fault. i'm not sure how the lining up works

[@Mr2pint]

Good video, full of useful tips - much appreciated!

[@popoqwer]

excellent Video...please do more fixes on this car ...b5 or b5.5 thanks

[@SirMac27]

At 5:42 you called them "6-10mm Triple Square" bolts. When I searched for this tool I could not find any mention of such from any auto parts store. What I discovered was they're called "12-point Star bolts". They require a 10mm 12-point star bolt tool to get the proper grip on them. For me, they were 8.50 for a set of 4 bolt tools, 6,8,10&12mm pack. Great deal at Federated Auto. I don't know if it was the acoustics of you talking toward the car or what, but if you could update your description with all the tools you used to do the work that would be fantastic. I will say this though, the video was more than helpful in the repair of my car. Thanks for posting.