Removal And Installation: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2018 Jaguar XE and 2017 Jaguar XE. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE:

Some variation in the illustrations may occur, but the essential information is always correct.
Some components shown removed for clarity.

Disconnect the battery ground cable.
Refer to: Battery Disconnect and Connect
Raise and support the vehicle on a suitable lift.
Refer to: Lifting
Remove the air deflector.
Refer to: Air Deflector
Remove the rear driveshaft.
Refer to: Driveshaft - V6 S/C 3.0L Petrol

Refer to: Driveshaft - INGENIUM I4 2.0L Diesel

Refer to: Driveshaft - INGENIUM I4 2.0L Petrol
CAUTION:
- Mark the position of the driveshaft flange in relation to the drive pinion flange.
- To avoid damage to the joint or gaiter, do not allow the driveshaft to hang.
- Discard the bolts.
Disconnect the front driveshaft.
Using suitable stand, support the transmission.
Disconnect and reposition the wiring harness bracket.
Remove the transfer case to cross member retaining bolt.
Remove the transfer case cross member.
Lower the transmission by 60 mm to allow access to the top of the transfer case.
CAUTION: Do not use excessive force to remove the component.

Disconnect and reposition the wiring harness.
NOTE: Note the orientation of the transfer case bolts prior to removal.

Remove the transfer case retaining bolts.
Remove the transfer case.
NOTE: Do not disassemble further if the component is removed for access only.

Discard the O-ring seal.
CAUTION: Inspect the seal and replace if necessary.
NOTE: If equipped.

Remove the Noise, Vibration and Harshness (NVH) damper.
NOTE: If equipped.

Remove the NVH damper bracket.