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.

CAUTION: Make sure that NEUTRAL is selected before starting this procedure.

NOTE:

Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Some variation in the illustrations may occur, but the essential information is always correct.

All vehicles

Raise and support the vehicle.
WARNING: Make sure to support the vehicle with axle stands.
Remove the exhaust system.
Refer to: Exhaust System .

Vehicles with automatic transmission
Torque Specification: 11 Nm
All vehicles
Torque Specification: 9 Nm
Mark the position of the driveshaft flange in relation to the output flange.
NOTE: Make sure that you re-align the driveshaft to the transmission flange using the alignment mark.
CAUTION:
- Discard the bolts.
- Make sure that the driveshaft is supported with suitable retaining straps.
- Make sure that new bolts are installed.
Renew Part: Driveshaft to front output flange bolts Quantity: 6.

Torque Specification: 73 Nm
Mark the position of the driveshaft in relation to the rear drive axle flange.
NOTE: Make sure that you re-align the driveshaft to the differential case flange using the alignment mark.
CAUTION:
- Discard the bolts.
- Make sure that the driveshaft is supported with suitable retaining straps.
- Make sure that new bolts are installed.
Renew Part: Rear driveshaft constant velocity joint bolts Quantity: 6.

Torque Specification: 73 Nm
WARNING: This step requires the aid of another technician.

Torque Specification: 47.5 Nm