Installing front propeller shaft at the front axle transmission

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Before installing the prop shaft on the front axle transmission, all the 4 threads (1) in the drive flange must be cleaned and free from possible residues and contaminations.

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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

High-strength screw lock, Loctite 270

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.

Tighten screws (arrows).

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TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

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