(27 Removal of intermediate shaft with support tube from transfer case)

Necessary preliminary work: 

• Remove FRONT UNDERBODY PROTECTION .

Removal: 

Loosen screws (1) and remove air duct.

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Loosen screws (1).

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Pull intermediate shaft with support tube (1) out of transfer case.

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Installation: 

Coat gearing of intermediate shaft uniformly with 5g grease.

Grease: Lubricating grease Optitemp HT 1 LF, part number 83 23 0 417 754

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Install intermediate shaft with support tube (1) in transfer case.

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Tighten down screws (1). Tightening torque 31 60 3AZ .

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Install air duct and tighten down screws (1).

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Required follow-up work: 

• Install FRONT UNDERBODY PROTECTION .