Driveshaft, Bolts On Transmission Side

Special tools and workshop equipment required 

• Counterhold ToolT10172A with adapters
• AdapterT10172/5 (M8 Bolts)
• AdapterT10172/6 (M10 Bolts)
• High Temperature GreaseG 000 633

Remove Driveshaft 

• Note the instructions, refer to DRIVESHAFT, BOLTS ON TRANSMISSION SIDE OVERVIEW .
• A twin-pillar lifting platform should be used when working on the driveshaft.

-- Loosen the clamping sleeves -1 and 2- disconnect the exhaust system.

-- Tie the exhaust pipe(s) to the underbody.

-- Remove the heat shield -A- from the transmission -arrows-, if applicable.

-- Remove the bolts that connect the driveshaft to the transmission by counterholding them with the Counterhold ToolT10172A and T10172/5.

-- Secure the driveshaft to the underbody.

Install Driveshaft 

Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following:

• Remove the old, dry High-Temperature Grease from the CV joint and the driveshaft flange. Fill with the exact same amount of new High Temperature GreaseG 000 633.
• The threads in the flange shaft on the transmission must be cleaned of locking fluid residue. They can be cleaned with a thread cutter. If the threads are not clean, the bolts will break off when they are being installed.
• Always replace securing bolts for driveshaft (self-locking bolts).
• Check the driveshaft seal on the transmission flange for damage (bent, rubber layer worn off). Replace the damaged seal.

-- Install driveshaft and the new CV joint bolts.

-- Tighten the bolts on the front driveshaft. Tightening specification -item 5- in  5.

• Use the Counterhold ToolT10172A and AdaptersT10172/5.

-- Tighten the heat shield -A- to the transmission -arrows-. Tightening specification, refer to Figure.

-- Assemble the exhaust system align it without tension. Refer to 2.0L - EXHAUST SYSTEM & EMISSION CONTROLS - ENGINE CODE(S): CAEB & CAED or 3.0L - EXHAUST SYSTEM & EMISSION CONTROLS - ENGINE CODE: CPNB .