Differential Clutch: Service and Repair

33 10 700 Replacing clutch of rear axle final drive





Necessary preliminary work:
^ Remove rear axle final drive.





Important!
- The rear axle final drive may not be tilted by more than 45° during the installation procedure.
- After every removal and installation, the radial shaft seal of the drive flange must be replaced.





Release screws at clutch housing (1).

Tightening torque 33 10 1AZ.





Release cable clip (1) from rear axle final drive.

Carefully pull clutch (2) out of housing.

Note:
Check installation position of electronic component (3).





Installation note:
Free sealing surfaces (1) of debris and clean.

Apply Loctite 5970 sealing compound.

Place electronic component (2) in recess (3).