Replacing Output Flange Radial Seal (S5D 260Z/ 310Z/ S5D 320Z)

Unflange propeller shaft from transmission and tie up to one side. See REMOVING AND INSTALLING COMPLETE PROPELLER SHAFT .

Support transmission with a workshop hoist. See Fig 1 . Unfasten screws and remove cross-member. Upon installation, tighten screws to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS  .

Fig 1: Removing Cross-Member

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Brace output flange with Special Tool (23 0 020). See Fig 2 . Release collar nut (1) with Special Tool (23 2 320). Upon installation, install collar nut (1) with screw retaining compound. Tighten to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS  .

Fig 2: Releasing Collar Nut

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Detach output flange with Special Tool (33 1 150) from output shaft. See Fig 3 . Upon installation, heat output flange to approx. 80°C and push onto output shaft.

Fig 3: Detaching Output Flange

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Remove radial seal with Special Tool (00 5 010). See Fig 4 .

Fig 4: Removing Radial Seal

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Coat sealing lips of new radial seal (3) with transmission oil. Drive radial seal (3) home flush with Special Tool (23 2 300). See Fig 5 . To drive in, use a plastic hammer.

Fig 5: Installing Radial Seal

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