Front HALFSHAFT - Project 8 (G2257051): Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2020 Jaguar XE and 2019 Jaguar XE. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE:

This procedure contains some variation in the illustrations depending on the vehicle specification, but the essential information is always correct.
This procedure contains illustrations showing certain components removed to provide extra clarity.

Raise and support the vehicle on a suitable 2 post lift.
Refer to: LIFTING
Drain the differential.
Refer to: DIFFERENTIAL DRAINING AND FILLING
Remove the front wheel knuckle.
Refer to: WHEEL KNUCKLE - PROJECT 8, AWD
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Remove and discard the yoke to lower control arm bolt and release the lower arm.
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Disconnect the adaptive damper electrical connector.
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Remove and discard the upper shock absorber nuts.
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Remove the shock absorber from the vehicle.
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Remove the halfshaft.
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Remove and discard the circlip.