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Front Drive Unit Assembly - Bushing, Gearcase, 3DUF - Remove And Replace: Notes

Last modified: 17/10/2023 18:56:24

Fig 1: Front Drive Unit (3DU) Gearcase Bushing Component Location
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NOTE: See PERSONAL PROTECTION to make sure wearing proper PPE when performing the below procedure.
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS - FRONT DRIVE UNIT ASSEMBLY - BUSHING, GEARCASE, 3DUF (REMOVE AND REPLACE)

Description Torque Value Recommended Tools Reuse/Replace Notes
Bolts that attach the LH and the RH motor mounts to the LH and the RH motor mount brackets 105 N.m (77.4 lbs-ft) 
  • External Torx E18
  • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
  • 1/4 in to 3/8 in adapter
  • 3/8 in to 1/2 in adapter
  • Cordless 1/4 in Dr Ratchet
  • 6 in extension
Reuse  
Front drive unit mount bolt 80 N.m (59.0 lbs-ft) 
  • 18 mm socket
  • Cordless Ratchet/Impact Driver
  • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
Reuse