27 10 010 Remove and install the transfer box (VTG) (Countryman base ALL4 AWD, Countryman S ALL4 AWD, Countryman JCW ALL4 AWD)

Preliminary work needed: 

• Disconnect BATTERY GROUND LEAD .
• REMOVE right output shaft.
• Remove PROP SHAFT .
• Remove starter motor.
• REMOVING INTERMEDIATE SHAFT WITH SUPPORT TUBE .
• Remove HOLDER WITH RUBBER MOUNT .
• Support transmission with lifter.

Removal: 

Unscrew the screws (1).

Remove heat shield.

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Unscrew the screws (1).

Remove the transfer box (VTG).

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Installation: 

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If necessary, insert the intermediate shaft (1) onto the automatic or manual transmission output and replace the RADIAL SHAFT SEAL .

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Evenly coat the inside of the output flange with approximately 5g grease.

Grease: Lubricating grease Optitemp HT 1 LF, part number 83 23 0 417 754

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Install the transfer box (VTG).

Tighten down screws (1).

Tightening torque 27 10 1AZ .

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Install heat shield.

Tighten down screws (1).

Tightening torque 27 10 2AZ .

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Required follow-up work: 

• Install HOLDER WITH RUBBER MOUNT .
• Install INTERMEDIATE SHAFT WITH SUPPORT TUBE .
• Install starter.
• Install PROP SHAFT .
• Install right OUTPUT SHAFT .
• Connect BATTERY GROUND LEAD .