Installation Procedure

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Install a NEW rear output shaft busing, if required, using the J 45380 .
- Install the bushing or the finger section of the J 45380 .
- Install the finger section to the main body of the J 45380 .
- Position the bushing and tool to the case.
- Using a hammer and the J 45380, install the bushing.
Fig 1: Installing Rear Output Shaft Busing
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Important: When installing the rear output shaft seal in the transfer case, the locating tab should be facing up.
Position the rear output shaft seal in the transfer case.
Using the J 37668-A , install the rear output shaft seal to the transfer case.

Fig 2: Installing Rear Output Shaft Seal To Transfer Case

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Install the rear propeller shaft.
- For vehicles equipped with the one piece propeller shaft, refer to PROPELLER SHAFT REPLACEMENT - ONE PIECE .
- For vehicles equipped with the two piece propeller shaft, refer to PROPELLER SHAFT REPLACEMENT - TWO PIECE .
Check the transfer case fluid level.
Install the transfer case shield. Refer to Transfer Case Shield Replacement .
Lower the vehicle.