Secure the juncture shaft in front on the front axle differential

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Before installing the prop shaft on the front axle transmission, all 4 threads (1) in the front axle transmission flange must be freed of possible residue and contaminations and cleaned.

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Replace screws.
Parts: Screws

A drop of Loctite 270 (2) must be given before the screw connection on each thread at the end of the respective screw (1).

CONSUMABLE SPECIFICATION

Loctite 270 high-strength thread lock

10 ml, Tube

83 19 2 210 337

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NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION
After the screw connection of the front prop shaft, a 30 minute hardening time must be ensured before the vehicle is operated again.

Position the propeller shaft in front on the front axle differential.
Replace the bolts (arrows).
Parts: Screws
Tighten screws (arrows).

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TIGHTENING TORQUES SPECIFICATION

Prop shaft before the front axle differential
Replace screws. Joining torque and angle of rotation must be observed without fail.	Snug torque	25 Nm
	Angle of rotation	45°