X-Type (X400) V6-2.5L (2005)
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flange.
13.
With the driveshaft joint fully seated in the rear differential flange, final tighten the accessible securing bolts to 44 Nm (32 lb. ft.).
14.
Rotate driveshaft and final tighten the bolts securing the driveshaft to the rear differential flange to 44 Nm (32 lb. ft.).
15.
Lower vehicle.
If the VVA still confirms a driveshaft vibration, or the paint marks were already aligned:
16.
Loosen the 6 bolts at the rear differential flange/driveshaft mating surface. Reseat the driveshaft and retorque to 44 Nm (32 lb. ft.).
17.
If the VVA still confirms a driveshaft vibration, install a new driveshaft (see Workshop Manual, section: 205-01, SR047.15.01).
Note:
Ensure colored marks are aligned at the rear differential.
If the VVA still confirms a driveshaft vibration, check the flange inside diameter and run-out as described below.
CHECKING DIFFERENTIAL FLANGE INSIDE DIAMETER AND RUN-OUT
1.
Raise vehicle on twin-post ramp.
2.
Remove driveshaft (see Workshop Manual, section: 205-01, SRO 47.15.01).
3.
Clean mating faces.
4.
Using a suitable measuring device, measure and record the rear differential driveshaft locating flange inside diameter (Illustration 1).
5.
Mount a suitable magnetic base dial indicator and mount on the rear differential.
