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31 50 001 Removing and Installing/Replacing Front Differential

31 50 001 Removing and installing/replacing front differential





Necessary preliminary tasks:
^ Remove left output shaft
^ Secure right output shaft with special tool
^ Remove front propeller shaft
^ Lower front axle support





Important!
Risk of injury!
When releasing the last bolt, grip the front differential to prevent it from falling down.

Detach vent line (1).

Release bolts (2-4).

Remove front differential downwards.





Installation:
During removal and installation: Replace O-ring.

Coat O-ring with front differential oil.

Make sure screws are installed in correct positions.
^ Bolt (2) M12x60
^ Bolt (3) M12x125
^ Bolt (4) M12x85

Tightening torque 31 50 1AZ.

Check front differential oil level, correct if necessary





After installation:
^ Carry out steering angle sensor adjustment/adjustment for active front steering
^ Teach in software end stop for electrical steering