Jaguar XJ (X350). Manual — part 140

7 .

CAUTION: Support the driveshaft front and rear sections.

NOTE:

Note the position of the driveshaft centre bearing spacers.

Remove the driveshaft.

Remove the driveshaft centre bearing spacers.

Installation

1

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NOTE:

If a new driveshaft is installed, refer to Jaguar approved diagnostic system to establish

the correct location for the balance nut if required.

NOTE:

Do not fully tighten the driveshaft centre bearing retaining bolts.

Tighten to 40 Nm.

Install the driveshaft centre bearing spacers.

2 . Attach the driveshaft to the rear drive axle flange.

Tighten to 88 Nm.

If a balance nut is fitted, install onto the original bolt position.

Tighten to 12 Nm.

3 . Attach the driveshaft to the transmission flange.

Tighten to 108 Nm.

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4

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CAUTION: Make sure the driveshaft centre bearing is correctly aligned to the

driveshaft. Failure to follow these instructions may result in damage to the vehicle.

Carry out the Driveline Angle Inspection.

For additional information, refer to

Driveline Angle Inspection

5 . Install the driveshaft heat shield retaining bolts.

Tighten to 7 Nm.

6 . Install the support bracket.

Tighten to 9 Nm.

7 . Install the exhaust system.

For additional information, refer to

Exhaust System - 3.0L/3.5L/4.2L

8 . Lower the vehicle.

205-02 : Rear Drive Axle / Differential

Specifications

Specifications

General Specifications

Item

Specification

Differential fluid type

M2C192A synthetic

Differential fluid capacity 1.3 liters

Torque Specifications

Description

Nm lb-ft lb-in

Axle front retaining bolt 90 55 –

Axle rear retaining bolts A –

–

Driveshaft flexible joint 88 65 –

A = refer to the procedure for correct torque sequence.

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