XK-8 Coupe (X100) V8-4.0L (AJ27) (1999)
7. Protect the driveshaft thread with special tool JD 1D / 7
8. Withdraw the hub from the axle shaft
CAUTION: Take care not to introduce debris Into the hub bearings, or damage the seal
Using service tool 204 - 011, push the axle shaft through the hub
9. NOTE: In the wheel-free condition, the axle is in tension & the flanges will separate as the nuts are withdrawn
Release the axle shaft
Remove & discard the (4) nuts axle shaft to differential output shaft
Clear the axle shaft from the output flange studs
Remove & keep safe the camber shim
10. NOTE: The axle shaft nuts may damage the studs upon removal; check the thread condition by engaging a new nut 2 or 3 threads by hand.
Inspect the output flange studs & renew if there is evidence of damage / distortion
11. Clean all traces of thread locking agent from the hub splines (& axle shaft if it is to be re-used)