Vauxhall Workshop Service and Repair Manuals

Detach cover (1) for differential from transmission (10 fastening bolts). Fluid escapes Place collecting basin underneath.

Mark bearing ring (2) position in relation to transmission (arrow).

Remove end shield cover (3) – see operation "Gasket for End Shield Cover, Replace (F13/F17/F17+/F18)".

Remove end shield (4) – see operation "Gasket for End Shield, Replace (F13/F17/F17+/F18)".

Mark bearing ring position with respect to transmission housing. Remove retaining plate (1) from bearing ring. Remove bearing ring with KM-520 (2). Remove right bearing flange (5 fastening bolts). Remove differential downwards from transmission.

Check play of tapered roller bearing differentials and adjust if necessary – see operation "Adjustment Regulations for Tapered Roller Bearing (Differential) (F18)".

  Install

Install end shield – see operation "Gasket for End Shield, Replace – F13/F17/F17+/F18".

Install end shield cover – see operation "Gasket for End Shield, Replace (F13/F17/F17+/F18)".

Attach differential cover (1) with new gasket to transmission (10 fastening bolts) – tightening torque 18 Nm / 13 lbf. ft. + 30°.

Install axle shafts – see operation "Axle Shafts, Remove and Install" in group "E".

  Inspect

Top up transmission fluid and check transmission fluid level on checking bolt (arrow) – see operation "Transmission Fluid Level, Check and Correct (F13/F17/F17+/F18)".