Installing left drive flange

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Fig 1: Removing/Installing Circlip And Seal At Grooved Ball Bearing

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Replace sealing ring (arrow B) in mounting bracket for drive flange.

Fig 2: Checking That There Are No Sharp Edges On Transmission End Of Flange Shaft

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Check drive flange for sharp edges on transmission side of flange end (arrow) and if necessary, deburr.
Insert left drive flange into transmission.

NOTE:

When sliding in, left drive flange must be carefully guided by hand to prevent damage to the double sealing ring in transmission.

Secure mounting bracket for drive flange.
Bolt on harness connector bracket to mounting bracket for drive flange.
Install speedometer Vehicle Speed Sensor (VSS) G22 → Speedometer Vehicle Speed Sensor (VSS) G22 , removing and installing .

Fig 3: Axle Shaft Shielding Plate

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Install left drive axle - 1 -. → 40 - FRONT SUSPENSION
Install heat shield for left drive axle (arrows).

Third bolt is not visible in the illustration.

Install left front wheel. → 44 - WHEELS, TIRES, VEHICLE ALIGNMENT
Check oil level in front final drive → Gear oil in front final drive, checking .