Removal
NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
All vehicles
1. WARNING: Make sure to support the vehicle with axle stands. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Refer to: Front Halfshaft RH - LHD AWD/RHD AWD (205-04 Front Drive Halfshafts, Removal and Installation).
3. Refer to: Engine Undershield (501-02 Front End Body Panels, Removal and Installation).
4. Torque:

5. Torque:

Vehicles with diesel particulate filter (DPF)
6.

All vehicles
7. CAUTIONS: Mark the position of the driveshaft flange in relation to the drive pinion flange.
To avoid damage to the joint or gaiter, do not allow the driveshaft to hang.
To avoid damage to the joint or gaiter, do not allow the driveshaft to hang.
Torque: 40 Nm

8. CAUTIONS: Discard the bolt.
Make sure that a new bolt is installed.
Torque:
Transfer Case
Connecting Sleeve Seals GTDi 2.0L Petrol
Transfer Case
Connecting Sleeve Seals TD4 2.2L Diesel, Vehicles With: AWF21 6-Speed
Automatic Transmission
Transfer Case
Connecting Sleeve Seals TD4 2.2L Diesel, Vehicles With: M66 6-Speed
Manual Transmission AWD
Tyre repair kit
Exterior Trim and Ornamentation