3310010 Removing and installing/replacing rear differential: Notes
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IMPORTANT:
Use only approved rear differential oils. See REAR AXLE - OPERATING FLUIDS
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NOTE:
The following sequence was created using the E87 with N45 as an example. Differences in detail (e.g. due to VIBRATION DAMPER ) in other engines are possible.
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove PROPELLER SHAFT ON FINAL DRIVE .
- Remove output shaft from rear differential at both ends. See 3321001 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING LEFT OUTPUT SHAFT or 3321002 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING RIGHT OUTPUT SHAFT and tie back
IMPORTANT:
Observe gap between special tool 33 4 420 and dust plates.
To avoid grinding noises, make sure the dust plates are not damaged (e.g. bent).
To avoid grinding noises, make sure the dust plates are not damaged (e.g. bent).
Support rear differential with workshop jack and special tool 33 4 420.
Release screws (1).
Release nut (2) and remove screw towards rear.
Slowly lower workshop jack and remove rear differential towards rear.
IMPORTANT:
Adhere to the following installation sequence in order to prevent distortion of the rear differential during installation and thereby avoid potential complaints about noise.