Driveshaft Land Rover Range Rover L322

SPECIFICATIONS

FRONT DRIVE (PROPELLER) SHAFT

REAR DRIVE (PROPELLER) SHAFT

TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

*New 'Patched' Torx bolts must be installed

Scheme 1

GENERAL

Drive shafts are used to transmit drive from the transfer box to the front and rear differentials.

The front drive shaft is a 1-piece unit, connected to the transfer box and front differential unit via Constant Velocity (CV) joints.

The rear drive shaft is a 2-piece unit, supported on a central bearing due to its increased length. The rear drive shaft is connected to the transfer box and the rear differential via CV joints. These joints allow for angular deviations of the drive shaft due to acceleration and braking.

The front and rear drive shafts are not serviceable items and a failure will require the replacement of the complete drive shaft assembly.

The front drive shaft is constructed from 1.7 mm wall tubular steel. A CV joint is attached to each end of the drive shaft (see 'Halfshaft Joint' section for more information on CV joints). The shaft has an overall nominal length of 681 mm.

Each CV joint has 6 holes, which allow for attachment to the input flange of the front differential and the front output flange of the transfer box. The CV joints are secured to the front differential and transfer box with 6 Torx head adhesive retained bolts.

Three compression link washers are fitted under each pair of bolts. The washers are required to prevent compression of the CV joints attachment flange.

A shroud is pressed over the CV joint. The shroud seals to the joint body using an internal gasket and to the front output flange of the transfer box using an end cap and internal gasket. This prevents the ingress of dirt and moisture. The CV joints allow for movement of the drive shaft caused by small movements in the transmission and transfer box mountings.

The rear driveshaft comprises front and rear shaft assemblies and a centrally mounted shaft bearing. The rear driveshaft has an overall length of 1282 mm.

FRONT SHAFT ASSEMBLY

The front shaft assembly incorporates a crash feature within the tube, which controls the collapse of the drive shaft during a crash.

The front shaft assembly comprises a CV joint at the front and a splined shaft at the rear. The front shaft comprises a tube with welded, splined shafts at each end.

The forward splined shaft accepts the CV joint, which is secured with a circlip. The CV joint is packed with grease and sealed on both sides with metal shrouds to prevent the ingress of dirt and moisture. The CV joint (transfer box end) has 6 radial holes, which provide for the attachment to the transfer box rear output flange. The joint is secured to the output flange with 6 bolts, which screw into threaded holes in the flange. Three compression link washers are fitted under each pair of bolts. The CV joint is not a serviceable component and a failure would require replacement of the rear driveshaft assembly. The rear splined shaft mates with splines in the rear shaft universal joint and is pressed in and fixed with Locktite. A threaded hole is provided in the splined shaft to secure the front and rear driveshaft sections together. A machined surface on the shaft accepts the shaft bearing, which is a press fit.

SHAFT BEARING ASSEMBLY

The shaft bearing assembly comprises a pressed steel housing, a rubber bush and a ball bearing. The rubber bush is bonded into the housing. An internal metal ring, bonded to the bush, allows for the bearing to be press fitted into it. The rubber bush allows for small deviations in alignment and also absorbs vibrational forces. The shaft bearing assembly is located on studs, which are integral with the body, and secured with flanged nuts.

REAR SHAFT ASSEMBLY

The rear shaft assembly comprises a universal joint at the front and a CV joint at the rear. The rear shaft comprises a tube with the welded universal joint at one end and a welded splined shaft at the opposite end.

The opposite end of the universal joint has a splined bore, which mates with the splined shaft on the rear of the front shaft assembly. A bolt and washer is fitted through the splined bore and screws into the splined shaft on the front shaft assembly, securing the front and rear shaft assemblies together.

The rear CV joint (final drive end) has 6 radial holes, which provide for the attachment to the rear differential input flange. The joint is secured to the input flange with 6 torx bolts, which screw into threaded holes in the flange. Three compression link washers are fitted under each pair of bolts. The rear splined shaft mates with splines in the rear shaft CV joint hub and is pressed in and fixed with Locktite.

JOINTS - COMPONENT LOCATION

The rear driveshaft is a 2-piece unit with a universal joint connecting the rear shaft assembly to the front shaft assembly. This configuration allows for angular deviations of the driveshaft due to acceleration and braking.

The rear shaft assembly comprises a tube with the welded universal joint at the front and a Constant Velocity (CV) joint at the rear. The front shaft assembly comprises a tube with a CV joint at the front and a welded splined shaft at the rear.

The front splined shaft mates with splines in the rear shaft universal joint. A threaded hole is provided in the splined shaft to secure the front and rear shaft assemblies together.

For additional information, refer to Driveline System .

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.

Note. Some variation in the graphics may occur, but the essential information is always correct.

Scheme 2

1. Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to «Specifications»(/land-rover/range-rover/l322-2009-2012/remont/charging-system/#battery-and-charging-system-general-information) .
2. Raise and support the vehicle. WARNING: Do not work on or under a vehicle supported only by a jack. Always support the vehicle on safety stands.
3. Remove the transmission support crossmember. For additional information, refer to «Transmission Support Crossmember - 5.0L»(/land-rover/range-rover/l322-2009-2012/remont/frames-subframes-crossmembers/#full-frame-and-body-mounting) .
4. Release the driveshaft from the transfer case drive flange. Remove the 6 Torx bolts and washers, discard the bolts. 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.
5. Release the driveshaft from the front axle drive flange. Remove the 6 Torx bolts and washers, discard the bolts. 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.
6. Remove the front driveshaft. Compress the joints to disengage the drive flanges.

INSTALLATION

1. Install the driveshaft. Clean the components. Compress the joints to engage the drive flanges. 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.
2. Attach the driveshaft to the front axle drive flange. Tighten the new Torx bolts to 45 Nm (33 lb.ft), then a further 90 degrees.
3. Attach the driveshaft to the transfer case drive flange. Tighten the new Torx bolts to 45 Nm (33 lb.ft), then a further 90 degrees.
4. Install the transmission support crossmember. For additional information, refer to «Transmission Support Crossmember - 5.0L»(/land-rover/range-rover/l322-2009-2012/remont/frames-subframes-crossmembers/#full-frame-and-body-mounting) .
5. Connect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to «Specifications»(/land-rover/range-rover/l322-2009-2012/remont/charging-system/#battery-and-charging-system-general-information) .

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.

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Scheme 5

1. Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to «Specifications»(/land-rover/range-rover/l322-2009-2012/remont/charging-system/#battery-and-charging-system-general-information) .
2. Raise and support the vehicle. WARNING: Do not work on or under a vehicle supported only by a jack. Always support the vehicle on safety stands.
3. Remove the exhaust system. For additional information, refer to «Exhaust System»(ref-514851-S30137350652012112600000) .
4. Remove the center heat shield. Remove the 8 nuts.
5. Remove the fuel tank heat shield. Remove the 8 screws.
6. Release the driveshaft from the transfer case drive flange. Remove the 6 Torx bolts and washers. 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.
7. Release the driveshaft from the rear axle drive flange. Remove the 6 Torx bolts and washers. 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.
8. Note the fitted position. Remove the 2 nuts. CAUTION: Note the fitted position of the component prior to removal. NOTE: With assistance remove the component.

1. Attach the driveshaft to the rear axle drive flange. Clean the component mating faces. Tighten the Torx bolts to 44 Nm (32 lb.ft), then a further 45 degrees. CAUTION: It is possible to fit the driveshaft incorrectly. The universal joint must be rearward of the center bearing when installed in the vehicle. 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.
2. Attach the driveshaft to the transfer case drive flange. Clean the component mating faces. Tighten the Torx bolts to 44 Nm (32 lb.ft), then a further 45 degrees. 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.
3. Attach the driveshaft center bearing mount. Align the center bearing mount. Tighten the nuts to 21 Nm (15 lb.ft). CAUTION: Make sure the center bearing mount is not under tension and central within the slots.
4. Install the fuel tank heat shield. Tighten the screws.
5. Install the center heat shield. Tighten the nuts.
6. Install the exhaust system. For additional information, refer to «Exhaust System»(ref-514851-S30137350652012112600000) .
7. Connect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to «Specifications»(/land-rover/range-rover/l322-2009-2012/remont/charging-system/#battery-and-charging-system-general-information) .

See also:
• Driveline System
• Specifications
• Transmission Support Crossmember - 5.0L