Installation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.

IMPORTANT: If the gasket or the seal becomes damaged, replace it. DO NOT use any type of silicone sealer or liquid gasket maker in place of the seal or gasket.

Install a NEW transfer case adapter seal.

Fig 1: View Of Transfer Case Adapter, Bolts & Seal
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Install the transfer case adapter.
NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
Install the transfer case adapter bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the bolts to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).
Install the transmission mount.

Fig 2: View Of Transmission Mount
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Install the transmission mount bolts.

Fig 3: Installing Transmission Mount Bolts
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Tighten: Tighten the bolts to 47 N.m (35 lb ft).
Install the crossmember.

Fig 4: Identifying Crossmember & Bolts
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Install the crossmember bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the bolts to 70 N.m (52 lb ft).
Install the transmission mount nuts.

Fig 5: Identifying Transmission Mount Nuts
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Tighten: Tighten the nuts to 40 N.m (30 lb ft).
Remove the transmission jack.
Install a NEW transfer case gasket, if necessary.

Fig 6: View Of Transfer Case Gasket
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Install the transfer case. Refer to Transfer Case Assembly Replacement .
Check the fluid level. Add fluid if necessary.