Transfer Case Grating Noise

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Cause	Correction
DEFINITION: A faulty internal transfer case component that causes a grating noise in the transfer case while in the AWD, 4HI, or 4LO mode. Review the Symptoms - Transfer Case and perform the necessary inspections.
Broken clutch apply plate	Inspect for a broken clutch apply plate. Refer to TRANSFER CASE DISASSEMBLE and TRANSFER CASE ASSEMBLE in TRANSFER CASE - OVERHAUL - NVG 246-NP8. Replace the apply plate and the transfer case components that are damaged from debris. Refer to TRANSFER CASE DISASSEMBLE and TRANSFER CASE ASSEMBLE in TRANSFER CASE - OVERHAUL - NVG 246-NP8.
Faulty clutch pressure plate bearing	Inspect for a faulty clutch pressure plate bearing. Refer to CLEANING AND INSPECTION TRANSFER CASE - OVERHAUL - NVG 246-NP8. Recondition the transfer case components that are damaged from debris. Refer to TRANSFER CASE DISASSEMBLE and TRANSFER CASE ASSEMBLE in TRANSFER CASE - OVERHAUL - NVG 246-NP8.