Installation Procedure
- Clean the contact surfaces between the transfer case and the transmission. Install a new transfer case-to-transmission O-ring (1).
- Support the transfer case with a suitable jack, and secure with suitable straps.
- Raise and align the transfer case in the correct position in relation to the transmission.
- Install the transfer case to the transmission.
- Install the five transfer case-to-transmission bolts (1), then tighten the bolts to 110 (81 lb ft).
- Install the support bracket (1).
- Install the transfer case support bracket-to-transfer case bolts (2).
- Install the transfer case support bracket-to-engine bolts (3).
- Install the support bracket between the transfer case and the engine carefully in three steps to avoid breakage.
- Tighten the support bracket-to-transfer case bolts (2) the first time to 5 (44 lb in).
- Tighten the support bracket-to-engine bolts (3) to 60 (44 lb ft).
- Tighten the support bracket-to-transfer case bolts (2) the second time to 60 (44 lb ft).
- Install the transmission rear mount bracket. Refer to Transmission Rear Mount Replacement (FWD) .
- Install the transfer case vent hose (2), strap (1), and bolt (3).
- Tighten the transfer case vent hose bolt, if equipped, to 22 N.m (17 lb ft).
- Install the right drive shaft. Refer to Front Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement - Right Side .
- Install the propeller shaft. Refer to Propeller Shaft Replacement .
- Install the exhaust front pipe. Refer to Exhaust Front Pipe Replacement (LTG FWD) .
- Check the fluid level in the transfer case. Refer to Transfer Case Fluid Replacement .
- Fill the transmission with oil. Refer to Transmission Fluid Drain and Fill .
- Fill the transfer case fluid. Refer to Transfer Case Fluid Replacement .
CAUTION:
Refer to Fastener Caution .