Land Rover Discovery: Rear Drive Axle-
Differential - Vehicles without- Active Driveline
Drive
Pinion Flange -
Vehicles with- 9HP48 9-speed Automatic
Transmission - AWD
(G1775379) / Removal
SPECIAL TOOL(S)
Removal
WARNING:
Make sure to support the vehicle with axle stands.
Raise and support the vehicle.
Refer to: Exhaust System (309-00B Exhaust System - TD4 2.2L
Diesel, Removal and Installation).
Refer to: Exhaust System (309-00B Exhaust System - TD4 2.2L
Diesel, Removal and Installation).
CAUTION:
Make sure that the driveshaft is supported with suitable
retaining straps.
CAUTIONS:
- Mark the position of the driveshaft flange in relation to the
drive pinion flange.
- To avoid damage to the joint or gaiter, do not allow the
driveshaft to hang.
Discard the Driveshaft bolts.
NOTE:
Use penetrating oil - spray through the driveshaft bolt holes
as shown.
CAUTION:
Use a suitable bolt with a square cross section end to avoid
damaging the driveshaft joint.
NOTE:
Driveshaft joint shown removed for clarity.
NOTES:
- Two washers must be installed to the assist in the removal
of the driveshaft.
- Alternate tighten the bolts until the movement of the
driveshaft joint is detected.
CAUTION:
Make sure that the driveshaft is supported with suitable
retaining straps.
NOTE:
Repeat above steps until the propshaft joint is fully released.
Remove the bolts, turn the propshaft and repeat the above step at
the other unthreaded hole.
CAUTIONS:
- Discard the nut.
- Be prepared to collect escaping oil.
Special Tool(s): 205-053
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Installation
WARNING:
Make sure that a new nut is installed.
Special Tool(s): 205-053
Torque: 150 Nm
CAUTION:
The component must be aligned with the installation
markings.
Make sure new Drivesh
SPECIAL TOOL(S)
REMOVAL
WARNING:
Make sure to support the vehicle with axle stands.
Raise and support the vehicle.
Remove the active on-demand coupling.
Refer to: Active On-Demand Coupling - Vehicl
COMPONENT LOCATION - VEHICLES WITHOUT ACTIVE DRIVELINE
Active on-demand coupling
Rear differential
OVERVIEW
Vehicles without the active driveline system have a conventional mechanical
rear diffe
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The vehicle must not be driven
with the rear seats in the access
position. Motion of the vehicle
could cause the seatback to fall
forwards suddenly, causing injury.
To tilt the seatback forwards: Pull the lever
on the top of the seatback upwards (1) to
release the locking mechanism, and then
move
SOLVENTS
WARNING:
Always handle all solvents, sealers and adhesives with extreme care.
Some contain chemicals or give off fumes which can be dangerous to
health. Always follow the manufacturers instructions. If in doubt about
any substance, particularly a solvent, DO NOT use it.
CAUTION:
If in doub