33 21 000 Removing and installing/replacing left or right output shaft
Attention!
When reinstalling, place a new circlip on the output shaft!
The RADIAL SHAFT SEAL FOR THE OUTPUT SHAFT should be replaced every time the output shaft is removed and installed.
Observe SAFETY INFORMATION for raising the vehicle
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove the REAR WHEEL.
Remove protective cap (1), if required.
Installation note:
For reasons of corrosion problems, do not reinstall the protective cap (1)!
Apply a thin coat of grease in the area (1) instead!
Attention!
Expand anti-twist lock sufficiently to avoid damaging thread when releasing collar nut.
Remove collar nut (1); engage parking brake to do so.
Tightening torque, refer to: 33 41 1AZ .
Installation note:
Lightly oil the gearing at the shaft journal.
No oil permitted on thread of shaft journal or collar nut.
Replace collar nut and secure by means of positive peening on flat areas of output shaft.
Remove the REAR AXLE FINAL DRIVE .
Attention!
Secure output shaft against falling out.
Do not damage dust plates (1) when setting down output shaft.
Press output shaft out of drive flange and remove towards center of vehicle. Refer to: OUTPUT SHAFT
Installation note:
High installation forces indicate that the output shaft spline teeth are damaged or deformed!
Check gearing and replace components if damaged.
Check dust plate (1) for damage, replace if necessary.
If the previous output shaft is reinstalled, circlip (2) must be replaced.
Coat contact surface (3) of output shaft with approved final drive oil. Refer to: REAR AXLE - OPERATING FLUIDS
After installation:
- Check TRANSMISSION OIL LEVEL , correct if necessary.