Section 249 (Front Drive Axle)
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Saab 9-7X. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Specifications
- Component Locator
- Diagnostic Information and Procedures
- Repair Instructions
- Front Axle Lubricant Replacement
- Vent Hose Replacement
- Front Drive Axle Intermediate Shaft Bearing Assembly Replacement (S4WD)
- Front Drive Axle Intermediate Shaft Bearing Assembly Replacement (A4WD)
- Intermediate Shaft Bearing Assembly Oil Seal Replacement
- Front Drive Axle Inner Shaft Replacement
- Front Drive Axle Actuator Replacement
- Front Differential Drive Pinion Flange/Yoke, Seal, and Dust Deflector Replacement
- Differential Carrier Assembly Replacement (4.2L In-Line Six Cylinder)
- Differential Carrier Assembly Replacement (V8)
- Differential Carrier Assembly Oil Seal and/or Bearing Replacement
- Intermediate Shaft Bearing Assembly Disassemble (S4WD)
- Intermediate Shaft Bearing Assembly Disassemble (A4WD)
- Front Axle Lubricant Level Inspection
- Intermediate Shaft Bearing Assembly Clutch Fork and Sleeve Inspection
- Intermediate Shaft Bearing Assembly Case Bearings and Thrust Washers Inspection
- Differential Carrier Assembly Disassemble
- Differential Case Assembly Disassemble
- Differential Case Bearings Inspection
- Differential Case and Gears Inspection
- Pinion and Ring Gear Inspection
- Thrust Washers, Shims, and Adjuster Sleeves Inspection
- Differential Case Assembly Assemble
- Front Differential Drive Pinion Gear Bearing Cup Installation
- Pinion Depth Adjustment
- Differential Carrier Assembly Assemble
- Backlash Inspection and Adjustment
- Intermediate Shaft Bearing Assembly Assemble (S4WD)
- Intermediate Shaft Bearing Assembly Assemble (A4WD)
- Differential Carrier Assembly Final Assembly
- Gear Tooth Contact Pattern Inspection
- Notes
- Gear Tooth Nomenclature
- Adjustments Affecting Tooth Contact
- Testing Procedure
- Correct Contact Pattern
- Drive Side Heel - Coast Side Toe Contact Pattern
- Drive Side Toe - Coast Side Heel Contact Pattern
- Drive Side Heel - Coast Side Heel Contact Pattern
- Drive Side Toe - Coast Side Toe Contact Pattern
- High Flank Contact Pattern
- Low Flank Contact Pattern
- Description and Operation
- Special Tools and Equipment