Bevel Gear

Bevel gear, replacing

Special tools:
999 7057 Counterhold 999 7057 Counterhold

Note! As the illustrations in this service information are used for different model years and/or models, some variation may occur. However, the essential information is always correct.

Removal

Preparations
To remove the drive shaft from the wheel hub, see Replacing the front right drive shaft Drive Shaft Right, Replacing.

Removing the splash guard




Remove the engine splash guard.

Removing the drive shaft bearing cap




Remove the bearing cap for the drive shaft.
Hold down the spring strut. Pull out the drive shaft.

Removing the propeller shaft




When removing the bevel gear but not replacing:
Mark the propeller shaft CV joint in relation to the bevel gear flange.
Remove the propeller shaft screws. Use counterhold 999 7057 Counterhold 999 7057 Counterhold.

Removing the mounting for the center bearing for the propeller shaft





Remove:
- the screws for the bearing for the propeller shaft in the center bearing member
- the screws for the center bearing member. Let the member rest on the exhaust system.
Press the propeller shaft CV joints together. Angle the axle so that it can be removed from the bevel gear.

Removing bevel gear




Fold down the tab on the sub-frame to create a space to remove the bevel gear.
Remove the 5 bolts holding the bevel gear and pull it straight out from the transmission.

Transferring components




There are two different types of vibration damper (see this and the next step).
When replacing the bevel gear, transfer the vibration damper to the new bevel gear.




When replacing the bevel gear, transfer the vibration damper to the new bevel gear. In certain markets there is a bracket for an engine block heater. This bracket must also be transferred.
Install two washers between the bevel gear and bracket on the lower stud (see spare parts catalogue).

Installation

Note! For tightening torques, see Tightening Torque

Note! Before installing the bevel gear, lubricate the spline joint between the transmission and the bevel gear using grease.

Installing the bevel gear




Check that there is no oil leakage between the bevel gear's connecting sleeve and the sealing ring on the transmission, and that the sleeve is not generally damaged and is seated correctly.
To replace the connecting sleeve and seal, see: Sealing ring connecting socket drive shaft/differential, replacing Sealing Ring Connecting Socket Drive Shaft/Differential, Replacing.
Make sure that the mating surfaces on the transmission and bevel gear are clean and not damaged.
Install the bevel gear. Use new screws. Tighten the screws alternately to light contact.
Fold the tab back into place on the sub-frame.

Installing the propeller shaft on the bevel gear




Check carefully that the mating surfaces on the propeller shaft CV joint and flange are clean.
Install the propeller shaft according to the previous marking, only if the bevel gear has been removed for any reason other than for replacement.

Tightening the propeller shaft CV joint
Use new screws. See Propeller Shaft, Replacing
Use a counterhold 999 7057 Counterhold 999 7057 Counterhold.

Installing the center bearing and member for the propeller shaft





Install:
- the 4 M8 screws for the support for the center bearing. Tighten
- the 2 M8 screws for the propeller shaft bearing in the support for the center bearing. Tighten. See Propeller Shaft, Replacing

Installing the drive shaft




Install the drive shaft on the bevel gear and on the support bearing with the cap, 2 M8 screws. Tighten.

Finishing
Install the drive shaft to the wheel hub. See Replacing the front right drive shaft Drive Shaft Right, Replacing.
Fill the transmission with oil. See Transmission fluid, replacing. Transmission Fluid, Replacing

Checking the oil level in the bevel gear





Check the oil level in the bevel gear
Use the right oil. See: Specifications
Correct volume 650 ml.
Fill with oil up to the filling plug. Draw out 0.1 l oil.
Tighten the filling plug. See Tightening Torque

Installing the splash guard





Install the splashguard under the engine.

Fitting the wheel
Install the wheel. See Installing wheels Service and Repair.