26 20 000 Removing and installing front propeller shaft: Installation:

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Replace self-locking nuts.

Tightening torque, see 26 11 7AZ/8AZ in PROPELLER SHAFT - TIGHTENING TORQUES - X5 .

Fig 1: Replacing Self-Locking Nuts

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Push propeller shaft back.

Remove flexible disk with centering flange.

Fig 2: Removing Flexible Disk With Centering Flange

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NOTE: Check sealing ring and replace if necessary.

Fig 3: Checking Sealing Ring

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NOTE: Fit flexible disk must in such a way that arrows point to flange arms.

Fig 4: Fitting Flexible Disk Must In Such A Way That Arrows Point To Flange Arms

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Detach propeller shaft from transfer box.

NOTE: Apply a thin coat of grease to splines.

Fig 5: Detaching Propeller Shaft From Transfer Box

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Check centering mount (1).

Replace a damaged centering mount.

Grease centering mount.

Fig 1: Checking Centering Mount

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