31 50 001 Removing and installing/replacing front axle differential
WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.
IMPORTANT:
For the initial filling of a new replacement front axle differential, the gearbox is filled with 600 ml
oil! If oil is filled up to the lower edge of the oil filler opening, the gearbox would be overfilled and in rare individual cases oil could emerge from the ventilation opening on the front axle differential.
WARNING:
Danger to life!
Secure engine in installation position to prevent it from falling down.
Secure engine in installation position to prevent it from falling down.
Necessary preliminary tasks
- Secure engine in installation position.
- Drain and dispose of FRONT AXLE DIFFERENTIAL OIL .
- Remove LEFT OUTPUT SHAFT .
- Press RIGHT OUTPUT SHAFT out of the front axle differential by approx. 6 to 7 cm.
- Remove FRONT PROPELLER SHAFT .
- Replacement only:
- Replace FRONT AXLE OUTPUT FLANGE ON THE TRANSFER BOX
.NOTE: Replace the output flange to ensure a clean seal on the transfer box.
- Replace FRONT AXLE OUTPUT FLANGE ON THE TRANSFER BOX
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- Lower FRONT AXLE SUPPORT
IMPORTANT:
Grip front axle differential firmly while releasing last bolt in order to avoid damage caused by the differential falling.
Version with automatic transmission: If necessary, disconnect hydraulic lines from oil sump.
Release screws (1).
Tightening torque 31 50 1AZ .
Detach front axle differential from oil sump and remove towards rear.
Installation note:
Replace O-RING if necessary.
Coat O-ring with front axle differential oil.
After installation:
- Fill with FRONT AXLE DIFFERENTIAL OIL .
- Check TRANSFER BOX OIL LEVEL , correct as necessary.
- Carry out STEERING ANGLE SENSOR ADJUSTMENT .