31 50 001 Removing and installing/replacing front differential
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove LEFT OUTPUT SHAFT
- Secure RIGHT OUTPUT SHAFT WITH SPECIAL TOOL
- Remove FRONT PROPELLER SHAFT
- Lower FRONT AXLE SUPPORT
IMPORTANT:
Risk of injury!
When releasing the last bolt, grip the front differential to prevent it from falling down.
When releasing the last bolt, grip the front differential to prevent it from falling down.
Detach vent line (1).
Release bolts (2-4).
Remove front differential downwards.
Installation:
During removal and installation: Replace O-RING .
Coat O-ring with front differential oil.
Make sure screws are installed in correct positions.
- Bolt (2) M12 x 60
- Bolt (3) M12 x 125
- Bolt (4) M12 x 85
Tightening torque 31 50 1AZ .
Check FRONT DIFFERENTIAL OIL LEVEL , correct if necessary
After installation:
- Perform chassis alignment check. See 32 00 150 KDS CHASSIS/WHEEL ALIGNMENT CHECK WITH LOAD UP TO DESIGN POSITION or 32 00 155 KDS CHASSIS/WHEEL ALIGNMENT CHECK WITH RIDE-HEIGHT MEASUREMENT WITHOUT LOAD .
- Carry out steering angle sensor adjustment/adjustment for active front steering. See 32 10 005 ADJUSTMENT FOR ACTIVE FRONT STEERING and 61 31 996 CARRYING OUT STEERING ANGLE SENSOR ADJUSTMENT .