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.
![Front drive halfshafts front left halfshaft (G1794494) - Removal](images/books/227/index252(2).jpg)
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
SEE MORE:
A paired phone or device can be
connected for different uses; phone or
music. Pairing is normally required only
once.
When the ignition is switched on, the
vehicle automatically tries to re-connect
to a previously paired Bluetooth phone
or device, if it is within range of the
vehicle.
If automatic
Installation
Dress the flanges where necessary
Using the old B-pillar outer panel for reference measure, mark and
cut the new B-pillar outer panel where the Metal Inert Gas (MIG)
welded butt joints are to be made as indicated.
Offer up the new B-pillar outer panel and clamp into position.