Land Rover Defender: Front Driveshaft
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
SPECIAL TOOL(S)
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303-1142
Viscous Coupling Wrench
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JLR-205-993
Remover/Installer, Driveshaft Nut
PART(S)
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REMOVAL
NOTE:
- This procedure contains illustrations showing certain components removed to provide extra clarity.
- This procedure contains some variation in the illustrations depending on the vehicle specification, but the essential information is always correct.
1.
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Release the Emergency Park Release (EPR) lever.
2. Raise and support the vehicle on a suitable 2 post lift.
3. Remove the engine undershield.
4. Remove the transmission support crossmember.
5.
WARNING: This step requires the aid of another technician.
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Use the special tools to release the front driveshaft nut.
Special Tool(s): 303-1142, JLR-205-993
6.
CAUTION:
- To avoid damage to the joint or gaiter, do not allow the driveshaft to hang.
- If original driveshaft is to be installed, mark the position of the driveshaft flange in relation to the drive pinion flange.
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- Remove and discard the 6 bolts.
- Remove the 3 washers.
7.
WARNING: This step requires the aid of another technician.
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Remove the front driveshaft.
INSTALLATION
1.
WARNING: This step requires the aid of another technician.
Install the front driveshaft.
2.
CAUTION: Make sure the torque wrench setting procedure is followed correctly. Failure to follow this instruction may result in damage to the vehicle.
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- Stage 1: Multiply the required torque by the effective length of the torque wrench (1).
- Stage 2: Add the effective length of the special tool (2) to the effective length of the torque wrench.
- Stage 3: Divide the total of stage 1 by the total of stage 2.
- Stage 4: Set the torque wrench to the figure arrived at in stage 3.
- Calculate the setting for the torque wrench.
3.
WARNING: This step requires the aid of another technician.
CAUTION:
- Make sure the torque wrench setting procedure is followed correctly. Failure to follow this instruction may result in damage to the vehicle.
- To avoid damage to the joint or gaiter, do not allow the driveshaft to hang.
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- Use the special tools to tighten the front driveshaft nut.
Special Tool(s): 303-1142, JLR-205-993
Torque: 150Nm
4.
CAUTION:
- If original driveshaft installed, make sure to align with noted position in removal steps.
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- Install the 3 washers.
- Install and tighten the 6 new bolts.
Renew Part: Driveshaft to front output flange bolts Quantity: 6.
Torque
- Stage 1: 45Nm
- Stage 2: 90º
5. Install the transmission support crossmember.
6. Install the engine undershield.
7. Reset the Emergency Park Release (EPR) cable.
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Rear Driveshaft
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
PART(S)
REMOVAL
NOTE:
This procedure contains some variation in the illustrations depending
on the vehicle specification, but the
essential information is always correct
Rear Drive Axle/Differential
SPECIFICATIONS
Sealers
NOTE:
Do not use any lubricant other than that specified.
Lubricants
Capacities
Rear 'standard' Differential
Rear Electronic Torque Managed (ETM) Differential
Torque Specif
Rear Drive Axle and Differential - Description and Operation
COMPONENT LOCATION
COMPONENT LOCATION - 1 OF 2 - REAR DIFFERENTIAL
Rear right halfshaft
Breather pipe
Rear differential
Rear left halfshaft
Rear driveshaft
COMPONENT LOCATION - 2 OF 2 - ELECTR
SEE MORE:
Controls overview
DRIVER CONTROLS
Rear window isolator and child safety
locks
Window controls
Mirror adjustment and power-folding
mirrors
Driver's seat position memory
Clear exit monitor
Doors lock and unlock
Hood release lever
Interior illumination control: Rotate to
adjust.
Electric Parking Brake
Introduction, How To Use This Workshop Manual
INTRODUCTION
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