Land Rover Discovery: Rear Drive Halfshafts
Outer Constant
Velocity Joint
Boot (G1791657) Removal
Removal
CAUTION:
The outer CV joint and the rear halfshaft are serviced together and
must not be separated. The inner joint and boot have to be removed
to allow the outer joint boot to be replaced.
NOTE:
Some variation in the illustrations may occur, but the essential
information is always correct.
WARNING:
Make sure to support the vehicle with axle stands.
Raise and support the vehicle.
Refer to: Rear Right Halfshaft (205-05 Rear Drive Halfshafts,
Removal and Installation).
Refer to: Rear Left Halfshaft (205-05 Rear Drive Halfshafts, Removal
and Installation).
NOTE:
Using suitable cloth, clean the grease from the halfshaft.
Mark the position of the component(s) as shown.
NOTE:
Discard the retaining clip.
Mark the position of the component(s) as shown.
Special Tool(s): 303-D121
CAUTION:
Discard the component.
NOTE:
Discard the retaining clips.
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Installation
CAUTION:
Extreme cleanliness must be exercised when handling these
components.
Clean and inspect the components for deterioration.
CAUTION:
Make sure that a new outer joint boot is to be
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
articula
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General Procedures
GENERAL EQUIPMENT
Pneumatic vacuum gun
CLEANING
WARNINGS:
Do not carry out any repairs to the fuel system with the engine
running. Failure to follow this instruction may result in personal
injury.
Do not smoke or carry lighted tobacco or open flame of any type
when working o
REMOVAL
NOTE:
The rear bumper mounting upper is installed in conjunction with:
Rear bumper cover
Rear bumper
Rear lamp assembly
Rear lamp panel outer
Back panel outer
The rear bumper mounting upper is serviced as indicated.
Before commencing this procedure make sure that you are aware of