Can a Certified Amateur Replace an Audi Rear Main Seal? (Part 1 – The Tear Down)

I'm taking on one of the BIGGEST jobs I’ve ever attempted — replacing the rear main seal on a 2013 Audi A5 Quattro — and doing it completely by myself, in a home garage, and WITHOUT a 2-post lift. I followed along with 2 helpful Youtube videos to get me through the process: Bradley's Garage:    • 2009-2013 Audi A4 B8 Continuously Variable...   European Auto Repair:    • 2010 AUDI A4 B8 2.0 TFSI AUTOMATIC TRANSMI...   This is Part 1 of the series, where I walk through my experience with the disassembly process required to separate the transmission from the engine and expose the rear main seal. In this video, I provide a full overview of everything I've completed to get the car to this stage and explain the process, challenges, and lessons learned along the way. The goal of this series is simple: 👉 Can a 100% Certified Amateur, with no formal mechanical training, successfully complete a major drivetrain repair at home using only basic tools and QuickJacks? By tackling this repair myself, I’m saving at least $2,000+ in labor costs — but is it actually worth it? 🔧 Work Completed in This Video Removed all bellhousing and starter bolts Removed front axles Exhaust system removal Rear driveshaft removal Transmission separated from engine Rear main seal fully exposed 🚗 Vehicle 2013 Audi A5 Quattro (B8.5) 2.0T TFSI + ZF 8-Speed Transmission This series documents the real experience — including mistakes, unexpected challenges, and what it actually takes to perform dealership-level repairs in a home garage. If you’re considering a rear main seal repair, transmission removal, or major Audi DIY project, this series will show what’s realistically involved. 👍 If you enjoy real DIY projects, Audi builds, and learning alongside a certified amateur, consider subscribing and following the full series. 📺 Rear Main Seal Series Part 1 — Disassembly (this video) Part 2 — Seal Replacement & Inspection (coming soon) Helpful Links: Engine Brace: https://www.harborfreight.com/1000-lb... 034 Motorsports Rear Main Seal: https://www.034motorsport.com/billet-... 🔎 Keywords Audi A5 rear main seal, Audi A5 transmission removal, B8.5 Audi A5 repair, Audi Quattro drivetrain repair, rear main seal replacement DIY, Audi 2.0T rear main seal, Audi transmission removal DIY, home garage car repair, quickjack car repair, Audi A5 DIY maintenance