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Pull out seal.

Installing 

Installation is performed in the reverse sequence. Note the following:

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Replace O-ring behind flange.

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Apply gear oil to circumference of seal.

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Half fill space between sealing lip and dust lip with grease G 052 128 A1.

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Drive new seal in onto stop in rear axle housing taking care not to tilt seal.

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Drive driveshaft flange onto pinion shaft until securing nut can be installed.

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Clean threads on pinion shaft and flange nut free of grease and coat thinly with D 000 600.

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Insert previous hex nut and tighten to position marked.

Note:  The number of turns when screwing on must be the same as for unscrewing.

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