Transfer Case Rear Output Shaft Oil Seal: Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Ford Ranger. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Clean the seal mounting surface.
- Using the special tool, install the new oil seal.
- Position the flange on the rear output shaft. If necessary, reseat the oil seal in the flange.
- Install a new oil seal in the flange.
- Using the special tool, install the flange. Tighten the nut on the special tool to 54 N.m (40 lb-ft) to seat the flange on the shaft.
- Use the special tool to prevent the flange from turning. Install a new washer and a new nut.
- Connect the driveshaft to the transfer case and install the bolts.
- Check the transfer case fluid level. If necessary, fill the transfer case to the correct level with the specified fluid. For additional information, refer to TRANSFER CASE DRAINING AND FILLING .
- Lower the vehicle.
CAUTION:
Align the index marks.
NOTE:
Be sure the oil seal is not on the shaft before installing the flange.
CAUTION:
Align the index marks.
NOTE:
Install the driveshaft with new bolts. If new bolts are not available, coat the threads of the original bolts with threadlock and sealer.