Removing and Installing Front Axle Shafts
Removing and installing front axle shafts
Modification notes
Modified tightening torque for twelve-point collared nut, front axle shaft to front axle shaft flange: see step 1
Bolted conection, front axle shaft to front axle shaft flange, modified: new step 2 included.
Removing and installing
Note: Replace self-locking nuts and bolts.
Installation
1. On first version, detach twelve-point collared nut (61) from front axle shaft
Caulker for securing twelve-point collared nut
2. On second version detach hexagon collared bolt (61a) from front axle shaft
3. Remove lower engine compartment covering
4. Detach brake hose bracket (arrow) on shock absorber shackle
5. Detach retaining bracket (22b) of torsion bar (22) from both lower wishbones (4)
6. Pull rubber mount (22a) off torsion bar
7. Detach linkage for headlamp range adjustment (80) on right side (if fitted)
8. Press tie rod joint (10a) out of steering knuckle
9. Press supporting joint (7) out of steering knuckle (5)
On installation: replace self-locking nut.
10. Detach shock absorber (11) from lower wishbone (4) nut (11u)
11. Slacken nuts for lower wishbone (4) on front axle carrier
On installation: Tighten the nuts only when the vehicle is standing on its wheels in curb condition
12. Press torsion bar (22) over retaining bracket (arrow) on lower wishbone (4) using a suitable tool
13. Pull steering knuckle (5) outwards and slide front axle shaft (60) out of front axle shaft flange
Tie steering knuckle to one side using suitable wire.
14. Press out and remove right front axle shaft
When sliding out the front axle shaft (60) shaft, push the wishbone down using a suitable tool.
Do not damage the rubber boot and rpm sensor rotor.
To avoid damaging the wheel bearings, the vehicle must not be moved on its wheels with the front axle shaft removed.
15. Drive out and remove left front axle shaft (60)
When sliding out the front axle shaft, push the wishbone down using a suitable tool.
Do not damage the plastic guard ring, rubber boot and rpm sensor rotor.
To avoid damaging the wheel bearings, the vehicle must not be moved on its wheels with the front axle shaft removed.
Checking
16. Check joints and rubber boots for leaks and damage.
If the inner joint is defective: replace front axle shaft complete.
If the outer joint is defective, or if the rubber boots are leaking or damaged: Replace rubber boots on front axle shaft
17. Install in the reverse order
Front axle torsion bar
Bolt, retaining bracket to wishbone 20 Nm
Front axle shock absorber
Self locking nut, shock absorber to wishbone
yellow 185 Nm
silver/blue 170 Nm
Wheel location, hub
Self locking nut, supporting joint to steering knuckle 105 Nm
Self locking nut, lower wishbone to front axle carrier 110 Nm
Front axle shaft
Collared nut, from axle shaft to front axle shaft flange 280 Nm
Collared bolt, from axle shaft to front axle shaft flange 270 Nm
Tie rod
Self locking nut, tie rode to steering knuckle
yellow 60 Nm
silver/blue 70 Nm
Special Tools
