Land Rover Discovery: Front Drive Halfshafts Front Left Halfshaft (G1794494) - Removal
SPECIAL TOOL(S)
![SPECIAL TOOL(S)](images/books/227/index240(3).jpg)
![SPECIAL TOOL(S)](images/books/227/index241(3).jpg)
PART(S)
![PART(S)](images/books/227/index242(3).jpg)
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).
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Disconnect the stabilizer bar link. Discard the nut.
![Front drive halfshafts front left halfshaft (G1794494) - Removal](images/books/227/index244(3).jpg)
Disconnect the suspension height sensor.
NOTE:
Retain the halfshaft nut for use in the installation procedure.
![Front drive halfshafts front left halfshaft (G1794494) - Removal](images/books/227/index245(3).jpg)
Remove the halfshaft nut.
![Front drive halfshafts front left halfshaft (G1794494) - Removal](images/books/227/index246(3).jpg)
Remove and discard the brake caliper carrier bolt.
![Front drive halfshafts front left halfshaft (G1794494) - Removal](images/books/227/index247(3).jpg)
Remove and discard the lower suspension control arm ball joint
bolt.
![Front drive halfshafts front left halfshaft (G1794494) - Removal](images/books/227/index248(3).jpg)
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.
![Front drive halfshafts front left halfshaft (G1794494) - Removal](images/books/227/index249(2).jpg)
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.
![Front drive halfshafts front left halfshaft (G1794494) - Removal](images/books/227/index250(2).jpg)
Remove the halfshaft.
![Front drive halfshafts front left halfshaft (G1794494) - Removal](images/books/227/index251(2).jpg)
Discard the halfshaft retaining clip.
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Inspect the halfshaft seal. Renew if damaged.
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Installation
NOTE:
Only perform step 1 if the components were previously removed.
CAUTIONS:
Make sure that the mating faces are clean and free of
corrosion and foreign material.
Make sure the seal
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
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REMOVAL
WARNINGS:
Do not probe supplemental restraint system (SRS) electrical
connectors.
To avoid accidental deployment and possible personal injury,
the
backup power supply must be depleted before repairing or
replacing any air bag supplemental restraint system (SRS)
components. To deplet
PART(S)
REMOVAL
CAUTION:
Be prepared to collect escaping coolant.
NOTES:
Some variation in the illustrations may occur, but the essential
information is always correct.
Some components shown removed for clarity.
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
CAUTION:
Make