Removal and installation of a forward left semiaxis (Freelander 2)

Special tool

204-619 G-Clamp

205-754A Splitter, Ball Joints

205-857 Remover, Halfshaft

NOTE: The seal protector is not a special tool but is available in the parts catalog.

Removing

1. Remove the collection chamber panel. Refer to Procedure: Mixing Chamber (412-01 Climate control, Removal and installation).

2. Release the hood support legs and lock the hood in a vertical position.



3. Raise and support the vehicle.

WARNING: Place secure stands under the vehicle.

4. Remove the wheel. Refer to procedure: Wheel and tire (204-04 Wheels and tires, Removal and installation).

5. Tightening torque: 60 Nm

WARNING: Use a new nut.

6. Compress a spring in gathering with the shock-absorber. Special tool (s): 204-619

NOTE: This step requires the assistance of a second mechanic.

7. Tightening torque: Stage 1: 45 Nm. Stage 2: 60°

WARNING: Use a new bolt.

8. Partially release the axle shaft from the hub support. Special tool: 205-857



9. Partially release the axle shaft from the hub support.

CAUTION: To avoid damaging the ball joint, do not allow the axle shaft to hang loose on one side.

10. Tightening torque: 100 Nm

WARNING: Install a new lower arm ball joint nut.

CAUTION: Do not allow the ball joint to rotate.

11. Special tool: 205-754A



12. Remove the axle shaft from the hub support.

CAUTION: Do not use a hammer to separate the axle shaft from the hub assembly, failure to do so may result in damage to the axle shaft.

13.

WARNING: Manual transmission: Liquid leakage is inevitable, use an absorbent cloth or place a container to collect the liquid.

Installation

1. To prevent damage to the oil seal, use a protective sleeve when installing the axle shaft into the gearbox. It is not a special tool, but it is present in the spare parts catalog.

NOTE: Do not fully insert the axle shaft until the oil seal guard has been removed.

2. When installing, follow the removal procedure in reverse order.

Tighten the axle shaft nut by hand.

Do not use a pneumatic tool to install the nut. Failure to follow this instruction may result in damage to this component.

3. Manual transmission vehicles only: Check the transmission fluid level and top up if necessary. Refer to Procedure: Checking the Transmission Fluid Level (308-03 Manual/Transaxle Transmission, General Procedures).