Remove the radial shaft seal for the output flange (ATC 13-1)
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Preliminary work
- Remove rear UNDERBODY PROTECTION .
- Remove the transmission side UNDERBODY PLANKING
- Remove the tunnel CONNECTING SUPPORT .
- If installed: remove the right and left TORSION STRUT where required.
- Remove complete EXHAUST SYSTEM .
- Remove the HEAT SHIELDS .
- Remove the RETAINING PLATES
- Partially loosen the PROP SHAFT
- Remove transmission CROSS-MEMBER .
- Remove snap ring (1).
- Detach the output flange (1) with a three-claw extractor tool (2).
- Lever the radial shaft seal (1) out of the transmission housing with a suitable tool.
Do not damage the transmission housing.