Tightening Procedure For Rear Propeller Shaft To Transfer Case - AR41.10-P-0050-17GZ

Model 164, 166, 251, 292

PROPELLER SHAFT

Number	Designation			Model 164.1/8	Model 166
BA41.10-P-1001-01F	Self-locking screw/bolt of propeller shaft at transfer case/adapter housing (to rear axle)	Stage 1	Nm	40	40
BA41.10-P-1001-01F		Stage 2	∠°	90	90

PROPELLER SHAFT

Number	Designation			Model 292
BA41.10-P-1001-01F	Self-locking screw/bolt of propeller shaft at transfer case/adapter housing (to rear axle)	Stage 1	Nm	40
BA41.10-P-1001-01F		Stage 2	∠°	90

Fig 1: Identifying Retainer Wrench (164 589 02 07 00)

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Remove

Mark position of rear propeller shaft relative to flange of transfer case.
Mark color code of joint position relative to flange at transfer case/adapter housing in order to reproduce the plant's installation position when installing.
Remove bolts (1 to 6) on transfer case and disconnect rear propeller shaft from transfer case.

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Install

It is essential to observe the tightening procedure for the bolts (1 to 6) securing the rear propeller shaft to the transfer case/adapter housing.

Noise and vibrations can otherwise be produced at high speeds.

The bolts (1 to 6) at rear propeller shaft to transfer case must always be replaced.
Align markings and move to 12 o'clock position.
Tighten bolt (1) to initial torque of 10 Nm and make marking.
Tighten bolt (2) with specified torque and mark.
To do so, turn the propeller shaft by 180°.
Tighten remaining bolts in sequence 3-4-1-5-6 to specified torque
Model 164.1/8

Model 166

Model 292

To do so, turn the propeller shaft to the appropriate position.