Range Rover Sport (LS) V8-4.4L (2009)
Drive/Propeller Shaft: Service and Repair
Rear Driveshaft
Rear Driveshaft
Service Repair No - 47.15.03
Removal
NOTE: A small amount of oil may weep from the driveshaft joints during storage. The loss of this oil will not affect the operation or durability of the
joint.
1. WARNING: Do not work on or under a vehicle supported only by a jack. Always support the vehicle on safety stands.
Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Remove the fuel tank heat shield.
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Remove the 3 bolts and 2 nuts.
3. CAUTION: Mark the position of the driveshaft flange in relation to the drive pinion flange.
CAUTION: To avoid damage to the joint or gaiter, do not allow the driveshaft to hang.
Release the driveshaft from the transfer case drive flange.
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Remove the 6 Torx bolts and washers.
4. CAUTION: Mark the position of the driveshaft flange in relation to the drive pinion flange.
CAUTION: To avoid damage to the joint or gaiter, do not allow the driveshaft to hang.
Release the driveshaft from the rear axle drive flange.
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Remove and discard the 4 Torx bolts.
5. With assistance, remove the driveshaft.
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Remove the 2 driveshaft center bearing mount bolts.