Campaign - Replacement Of Rear Differential

NUMBER K035
(ISSUE 1)

MODEL XF, XK

DATE 18 MAR 2009

THIS SERVICE ACTION SUPERSEDES UPS 2608-2b. THE OPTION CODES AND PARTS LISTING HAVE CHANGED. IT IS VALID FOR TWO YEARS AND WILL EXPIRE ON 31 MARCH 2011.

SECTION: 205

SERVICE ACTION K035: Rear Differential Contamination





AFFECTED VEHICLE RANGE

CONDITION SUMMARY:

Situation:

A limited number of XF and XK vehicles may have been manufactured away from process and in some case the rear differentials may have been supplied with excessive silicon carbide left in the units. Silicon carbide can cause premature wear on the differential pinion head and tail carrier bearings, resulting in unacceptable differential noise and driveline vibration.

Action:

Dealers are required to update the affected vehicles in their control and withhold them from retail delivery pending completion of the rework actions detailed in this bulletin. Vehicles in the hands of customers should be repaired at the next available opportunity. At the time of customer appointment, ensure that all outstanding service campaigns for the individual vehicle are identified and allocate sufficient time and resources to complete all campaigns. Refer to the Repair Procedure outlined below to replace the rear differential.





PARTS

TOOLS:

Refer to Workshop Manual (GTR) for required special tools








WARRANTY

REPAIR PROCEDURE

REPLACE REAR DIFFERENTIAL

NOTE:
Global Technical Reference (GTR) lookup sequence is as follows: GTR Home > NAS > Model > Service Information > 2009 > Workshop Manuals > 2: Chassis > 205: Driveline > 205-02: Rear Drive Axle / Differential

1. Refer to Workshop Manual (GTR) section 205-02 (57.25.13) to replace the rear differential.





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