Published: 11-May-2011

2007.0 Range Rover Sport (LS), 205-03

Front Drive Axle/Differential

Front Axle Housing Support Insulator (G297601)

IN-VEHICLE REPAIR

Special Tool(s)

E55285

502-009/6

Bearing Housing

E55278

Bearing set for 14mm bolt 51204

E54216

205-825/3

Installer rear axle front bush

E54205

502-009/2

Remover rear differential rear bush

E54148

502-009/5

Remover/Installer long 14mm bolt

E55284

502-009/4

Nut for long 14mm bolt

E54219

205-825/1

Receiver cup front axle front bush

Removal
CAUTION:

Make sure the bush is correctly aligned.

NOTE:

Take note of the fitted position of the bush.

  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 front wheels and tires.
  3. Remove the front differential. For additional information, refer to: Axle Assembly - V8 S/C 4.2L Petrol (205-03 Front Drive Axle/Differential, Removal and Installation).
  4. NOTE:

    Take note of the fitted position of the bush.

    E54220
    Using the special tools, remove the front axle housing support insulator.
Installation
  1. CAUTION:

    Make sure the bush is correctly aligned.

    E54221
    Using the special tools, install the front axle housing support insulator.
  2. Install the front differential. For additional information, refer to: Axle Assembly - V8 S/C 4.2L Petrol (205-03 Front Drive Axle/Differential, Removal and Installation).
  3. Install the front wheels and tires.
      • Tighten the wheel nuts to 140 Nm (103 lb.ft).