Land Rover Discovery: General Information Driveshaft to Rear Differential Disconnection (G2152273)
/ General Procedures
SPECIAL TOOL(S)
![SPECIAL TOOL(S)](images/books/227/index246(4).jpg)
![SPECIAL TOOL(S)](images/books/227/index247(4).jpg)
ACTIVATION
CAUTIONS:
- Make sure all the components are clean and free from corrosion.
- Support the driveshaft at all times to prevent the damage to the
centre bearing.
NOTE:
- 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.
NOTE:
If equipped.
![General information driveshaft to rear differential disconnection (G2152273) general procedures](images/books/227/index248(4).jpg)
Locate and release the Emergency Park Release (EPR).
Raise and support the vehicle on a suitable 2 post lift.
Refer to: Lifting (100-02 Jacking and Lifting, Description and
Operation).
NOTE:
If equipped.
![General information driveshaft to rear differential disconnection (G2152273) general procedures](images/books/227/index249(3).jpg)
Remove the differential undershield.
![General information driveshaft to rear differential disconnection (G2152273) general procedures](images/books/227/index250(3).jpg)
- Mark the installed position of the driveshaft in relation to the
rear differential drive flange.
- Remove the driveshaft to rear differential retaining bolts and
washers.
Spray the joint mating faces and bolt holes with general purpose
penetrating oil.
NOTE:
Vehicles with 2 slots located on the differential drive flange.
![General information driveshaft to rear differential disconnection (G2152273) general procedures](images/books/227/index251(3).jpg)
Using a suitable tool, carefully lever against the 2 slots located on
the rear differential drive flange until the driveshaft is disconnected.
NOTE:
Vehicles with 2 slots located on the driveshaft.
![General information driveshaft to rear differential disconnection (G2152273) general procedures](images/books/227/index252(3).jpg)
Using a suitable tool, carefully lever against the 2 slots located on
the drive shaft joint until the driveshaft is disconnected.
NOTE:
Vehicles with 2 extra threaded holes on the differential drive
flange.
![General information driveshaft to rear differential disconnection (G2152273) general procedures](images/books/227/index253(2).jpg)
- Install 2 M10 x 30 mm flangeless bolts into the 2 extra
threaded holes located in the rear of the differential drive
flange as shown.
- Tighten the 2 bolts 1 turn at a time until the driveshaft is
disconnected.
NOTE:
Vehicles with 2 extra unthreaded holes on the differential
drive flange.
![General information driveshaft to rear differential disconnection (G2152273) general procedures](images/books/227/index254(2).jpg)
Install 2 suitable 8 mm x 30 mm metal bars into the extra 2
unthreaded holes located in the rear of the differential drive flange
as shown.
![General information driveshaft to rear differential disconnection (G2152273) general procedures](images/books/227/index255(3).jpg)
- Install 4 M8 x 30 mm flangeless bolts and 4 driveshaft
washers into the rear of the differential drive flange as
shown.
- Tighten the 4 bolts 1 turn at a time until the driveshaft is
disconnected.
NOTE:
Vehicles with accessible groove around the driveshaft.
![General information driveshaft to rear differential disconnection (G2152273) general procedures](images/books/227/index256(3).jpg)
Using the special tool, disconnect the driveshaft.
Special Tool(s): 205-932
NOTE:
Vehicles with tapered nut connection.
![General information driveshaft to rear differential disconnection (G2152273) general procedures](images/books/227/index257(3).jpg)
Using the special tools, disconnect the driveshaft.
Special Tool(s): JLR-205-993, 303-1142
Clean and inspect the components.
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REMOVAL
CAUTION:
Before disconnecting any components, make sure the area is clean
and free from foreign material. When disconnected all openings must
be sealed.
NOTES:
This procedure contains some v
Installation
All vehicles
Install the Rear Drive Unit (RDU) Electronic Control Module (ECM)
Torque: 10 Nm
Install the RDU wiring harness.
Connect the electrical connectors.
Install the RDU b
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Avoid skin contact with fuel where possible. Should contact occur, wash the
affected skin with soap and water.
GASOLINE (PETROL)
Highly flammable - OBSERVE NO SMOKING POLICY.
Swallowing gasoline (petrol) can result in mouth and throat irritation and
absorption from the stomach can result in drowsine
The Navigation SD card reader is located
in the front centre cubby box.
Make sure
the SD card is located correctly in the card
reader before operating the Navigation
system.
Note: If for any reason the SD card is
ejected while the Navigation system is in
operation, locate the SD card correctly in