Audi A5 Rear Main Seal Replacement DIY | Transmission Reinstall + First Start
In Part 2 of this 2-part series, I finish replacing the rear main seal (RMS) on my son's 2013 Audi A5 Quattro 2.0T. This job required removing the transmission, which sounds intimidating — but as a 100% Certified Amateur, I wanted to see if this repair could realistically be done in a home garage without professional training. In this video I show: • Installing the 034Motorsport rear main seal upgrade • Reinstalling the transmission and drivetrain components • Reinstalling the starter and torqueing everything to spec • Replacing the diverter valve while I'm in there • Tips for transmission cooler lines and reassembly pitfalls • The first startup after the repair Rear main seal leaks are a very common issue on Audi / VW 2.0 TFSI engines, and shops often quote $2,000+ because the transmission has to come out. The goal of this project was simple: Can a DIY amateur mechanic complete this repair at home and save thousands of dollars? By the end of this video, you'll see the results. If you're tackling a rear main seal replacement on a B8 or B8.5 Audi A4 / A5 / Q5, this video should give you the confidence to take on the job. If you enjoy DIY automotive repairs, Audi projects, and learning how to fix your own car, consider subscribing. New projects are posted regularly. Helpful Links: How To Videos: • 2009-2013 Audi A4 B8 Continuously Variable... • 2010 AUDI A4 B8 2.0 TFSI AUTOMATIC TRANSMI... Parts: Driveshaft/Propshaft Bolts (6) https://www.partsgeek.com/5f5v175-aud... Ring Gear Bolts (8) https://www.ecstuning.com/b-vaico-par... CV Axle Bolts (12) https://www.fcpeuro.com/products/audi... Flex Plate Bolts (3) https://www.fcpeuro.com/products/vw-h... 034 Motorsport Rear Main Seal https://www.034motorsport.com/billet-... Keywords: Audi A5 rear main seal, Audi rear main seal replacement, 2013 Audi A5 quattro repair, Audi 2.0 TFSI rear main seal, Audi B8 rear main seal, Audi B8.5 rear main seal, Audi transmission removal DIY, Audi A5 DIY repair, Audi RMS replacement, Audi A4 rear main seal, Audi Q5 rear main seal, 034 Motorsports rear main seal install, Audi diverter valve replacement, Audi DV replacement

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