Installing Rear Axle

→ Do not reach into the danger area.

→ Secure the system to prevent it from being activated accidentally.

→ Keep third parties away from the danger area.

1. Installation is performed in reverse order.

   Observe specified tightening torques:

   Rear axle to body, front: Tightening torque 120 Nm (89 ftlb.) +180 angular degrees 

   Rear axle to body, rear: Tightening torque 120 Nm (89 ftlb.) +180 angular degrees 

   Centre bearing (cardan shaft) to body (initial tightening): Initial tightening 20 Nm (15 ftlb.)

   Centre bearing (cardan shaft) to body (final tightening): Final tightening +90°

   Rear spring strut to wheel bearing housing: Tightening torque 90 Nm (67 ftlb.) +90 angular degrees 

2. Position rear axle housing back in its original, marked installation position and tighten it.
   Fig 1: Locating PDCC Marking

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3. Replace circlip -arrow-  at the input flange of the rear final drive.
   Fig 2: Locating Rear Axle Circlip

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4. Position the cardan shaft at the marking on the rear final drive.
   Fig 3: Locating Marking On Installation Position Of Cardan Shaft

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5. For vehicles with PDCC (Porsche Dynamic Chassis Control - anti-roll stabilization): 

   On vehicles with PDCC, the lines (pressure line, return line) at the PDCC valve block must be fitted from rear axle to front axle.

   Pressure lines to PDCC valve block: Tightening torque 28 Nm (21 ftlb.)