Rear Extension Housing Installation - Model Dependent

Fig 1: Idler Gear Shaft

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1. Install the idler gear shaft (1) to the rear extension housing - Model Dependent.
Fig 2: Rear Extension Housing-To-Transfer Case Seal
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2. Install a NEW rear extension housing-to-transfer case seal (1).
Fig 3: Transfer Case Rear Extension Housing
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3. Install the rear extension housing (1) and idler gear shaft to the transfer case housing. Position the idler gear shaft into the center opening of the idler gear.
Fig 4: Locating Transfer Case Rear Extension Housing Bolts
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CAUTION:

Refer to Fastener Caution .

4. Apply threadlock to the threads of the NEW transfer case-to-rear extension housing bolts (1). Refer to Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers .
5. Install the NEW transfer case-to-rear extension housing bolts (1).
   1. Tighten the 10 transfer case-to-rear extension housing bolts (1) a first pass to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
   2. Tighten the 10 transfer case-to-rear extension housing bolts (1) a second pass 130 degrees.