Land Rover Discovery: Rear Drive Halfshafts
Rear Right
Halfshaft (G1791655) - Removal
Removal
SPECIAL TOOL(S)
REMOVAL
CAUTIONS:
- 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.
- Nuts and bolts must be tightened with vehicle at normal ride
height.
WARNING:
Make sure to support the vehicle with axle stands.
Raise and support the vehicle.
Refer to: Wheel and Tire (204-04 Wheels and Tires, Removal and
Installation).
CAUTION:
Do not use air tools to remove the nut. Failure to follow this
instruction may result in damage to the component.
NOTE:
Retain the nut for the instillation.
CAUTION:
Make sure that the brake hose does not support the full
weight of the brake caliper assembly.
Tie aside.
Torque: 28 Nm
NOTE:
Discard the nuts and bolts.
Torque:
M12
Stage 1: 40 Nm
Stage 2: 180º
M10
Stage 1: 40 Nm
Stage 2: 60º
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.
Install the special tool.
Special Tool(s): 205-857
CAUTIONS:
- Be prepared to collect escaping fluids.
- Keep the halfshaft horizontal to avoid damaging the oil
seal.
Install the special tool.
Special Tool(s): 205-928
CAUTION:
Inspect the seals, replace if damaged.
- Vehicles Without Active Driveline:
Refer to: Rear Halfshaft Seal (205-02A Rear Drive
Axle/Differential - Vehicles Without: Active Driveline,
Removal and Installation).
- Vehicles With Active Driveline:
Refer to: Rear Halfshaft Seal (205-02B Rear Drive
Axle/Differential - Vehicles With: Active Driveline, Removal
and Installation).
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Installation
NOTE:
This step is only required if previously removed.
On vehicles without active driveline:
Refer to: Rear Halfshaft Seal (205-02A Rear Drive
Axle/Differential - Vehicles Without: A
PART(S)
REMOVAL
CAUTION:
The suspension arm nuts and bolts must be tightened with the
suspension arms in the normal ride position. Failure to follow this
instruction may result in premature failure o
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REMOVAL
WARNING:
To avoid accidental deployment and possible personal injury, the
backup power supply must be depleted before repairing or replacing
any air bag supplementary restraints system (SRS) components. To
deplete the backup power supply energy, disconnect the battery
ground cable and wait f
All gaskets should be installed dry unless stated otherwise. Always apply the
specified lubricant to O-rings and install O-rings using the fingers only.
Use gasket removal spray and/or plastic scrapers to remove traces of old
gasket.
CAUTION:
DO NOT use metal scrapers or emery cloth as these may da