27 10 010 Removing and installing transfer box (PTO)
WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.
IMPORTANT:
When removing and installing, on no account
must the transfer box (PTO) filled with oil be tilted more than 45°, irrespective of which direction.
After completion of work, CHECK OIL LEVEL and top up if necessary.
IMPORTANT:
Use only the approved OIL .
Failure to comply with this requirement will result in serious damage to the transfer box!
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Manual transmission only: Drain and catch transmission oil.
- Remove RIGHT OUTPUT SHAFT only at transmission end and hang up.
- Remove EXHAUST SYSTEM .
- Partially remove PROPELLER SHAFT
.
- Disconnect propeller shaft at transfer box flange.
- Release center mount.
- Tie up the propeller shaft to the vehicle underbody.
NOTE:
Bending the propeller shaft by an excessive angle can cause premature damage to the joint/propeller shaft!
Release screws (1).
Remove PTO mount.
Tightening torque 27 10 2AZ
Remove circlip (1).
Installation note:
Install retaining ring (1).
Pull the connecting shaft (1) out of the PTO housing.
NOTE:
If the connecting shaft cannot be pulled out of the housing, see separate instructions for REMOVING CONNECTING SHAFT FROM PTO HOUSING .
Release PTO bolts (1).
Tightening torque 27 10 1AZ
Undo PTO bolt (1).
Tightening torque 27 10 1AZ
Slightly pull PTO (1) in the direction of the arrow and remove.
IMPORTANT:
When removing and installing, on no account
must the transfer box (PTO) filled with oil be tilted more than 45°, irrespective of which direction.
Installation note:
Before installing the transfer box:
Check the sealing ring (1) for damage and lubricate lightly.
If necessary, replace sealing ring.