Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.
If NEW threaded components are being installed, loosen the adhesive using a metal pick or similar tool before proceeding. If threaded components are reused, prepare the threaded components using the following steps:
- Remove any loose cured adhesive from the external threads of the components using a lint free cloth.
- Thread the cleaned components into the internal mating threads and remove to loosen trapped cured adhesive.
- Apply thread locking adhesive to the external threads of the components. Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers
- Ensure there are no gaps in the thread locking adhesive once applied to the component.
- Transfer Case Oil Drain Plug (1) - Install and tighten - Fastener Specifications
Transfer Case Oil Fill Plug (1) - Remove
- Fill the transfer case with fluid.
If NEW threaded components are being installed, loosen the adhesive using a metal pick or similar tool before proceeding. If threaded components are reused, prepare the threaded components using the following steps:
- Remove any loose cured adhesive from the external threads of the components using a lint free cloth.
- Thread the cleaned components into the internal mating threads and remove to loosen trapped cured adhesive.
- Apply thread locking adhesive to the external threads of the components. Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers
- Ensure there are no gaps in the thread locking adhesive once applied to the component.
- Transfer Case Oil Fill Plug (1) - Install and tighten - Fastener Specifications
- Remove the drain pan.
{If equipped} Transfer Case Skid Shield (2) - Install - Transfer Case Skid Shield Replacement
- Lower the vehicle.
CAUTION:
Refer to Component Fastener Tightening Caution .