31 60 004 Removing and Installing/Replacing Right Output Shaft

31 60 004 Removing and installing/replacing right output shaft (all-wheel drive vehicle)







Remove front wheel.

IMPORTANT: Expand anti-twist lock sufficiently to avoid damaging thread when releasing collar nut.

Release collar nut (1), press brake pedal to floor for this purpose.
Tightening torque 31 60 2AZ.

Installation note:
Replace collar nut, only apply a little oil to the collar nut/wheel bearing contact surface and tighten down.
No oil permitted on thread of shaft journal or collar nut.
Secure collar nut on flattened area (2) of output shaft by positive caulking.







IMPORTANT:
Avoid damaging the anti-roll bar link.
- Remove track rod end from swivel bearing on right.
- Remove wishbone from right wheel control joint.

Press swivel bearing (1) outwards.
Drive out output shaft (1) by striking thread gently with plastic hammer.







Use suitable tool to remove output shaft (1) towards right-hand side of vehicle.







Installation note:
Replace circlip.