Transfer Case: Disassembly

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Remove transfer cover. Refer to DISASSEMBLY .
Remove ring gear shaft assembly. Refer to DISASSEMBLY .
Remove drive pinion assembly. Refer to DISASSEMBLY .
Remove O-ring from transfer case.
CAUTION:
- Never use a tool.
- Never damage transfer case.
Remove oil seals (1).

Fig 1: Identifying Oil Seals
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CAUTION:
Never damage transfer case.
Remove baffle plate (1).

Fig 2: Identifying Baffle Plate
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Remove the ring gear bearing adjusting shim (transfer case side) (1) and ring gear bearing outer race (transfer case side) (2) by tapping from the 2 cutouts ( ) on the transfer case.

Fig 3: Locating Cutouts On Transfer Case
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CAUTION:
Never damage transfer case.
Remove plug and gasket.
Perform inspection after disassembly. Refer to INSPECTION .