Land Rover Discovery: Front Drive Halfshafts Front Left Halfshaft (G1794494) - Removal

SPECIAL TOOL(S)

PART(S)

REMOVAL

CAUTIONS:

• Do not use air tools to remove or install the halfshaft nut. Failure to follow this instruction may result in damage to the component
• Do not allow halfshafts to hang unsupported at one end or joint damage will occur.
• Make sure the halfshaft constant velocity (CV) joints do not over articulate. Failure to follow this instruction may result in damage to the CV joints.

NOTES:

• This procedure contains some variation in the illustrations depending on the vehicle specification, but the essential information is always correct.
• This procedure contains illustrations showing certain components removed to provide extra clarity.

Raise and support the vehicle on a suitable 2 post lift.

Refer to: Lifting (100-02 Jacking and Lifting, Description and Operation).

Remove the wheel and tire.

Refer to: Wheel and Tire (204-04 Wheels and Tires, Removal and Installation).

Disconnect the stabilizer bar link. Discard the nut.

Disconnect the suspension height sensor.

NOTE:

Retain the halfshaft nut for use in the installation procedure.

Remove the halfshaft nut.

Remove and discard the brake caliper carrier bolt.

Remove and discard the lower suspension control arm ball joint bolt.

Disconnect the lower suspension control arm ball joint.

CAUTION:

Do not use a hammer to detach the halfshaft from the hub assembly, failure to follow this instruction may result in damage to the halfshaft.

Using the special tool, disconnect the halfshaft from the wheel knuckle.

Special Tool(s): 205-857

WARNING:

Be prepared to collect escaping oil.

CAUTION:

Keep the halfshaft horizontal to avoid damaging the oil seal.

Remove the halfshaft.

Discard the halfshaft retaining clip.

Inspect the halfshaft seal. Renew if damaged.

Front Drive Halfshafts Front Left Halfshaft (G1794494)Front Drive Halfshafts Front Left Halfshaft (G1794494) - Installation

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