Input And Planetary Gear

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Install the annulus gear into the front case half.

Fig 1: Installing Annulus Gear
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Align and install low range planetary assembly into the front case half. Be sure low range planetary pinions are engaged in annulus gear.

Fig 2: Installing Low Range Planetary
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Install the low range planetary plastic spacer onto the low range planetary carrier.

Fig 3: Installing Low Range Planetary Plastic Spacer
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Clean gasket sealer residue from retainer and inspect retainer for cracks or other damage.
Apply a 3 mm (1/8 in.) bead of Mopar(R) Gasket Maker, or equivalent silicone adhesive, to sealing surface of retainer.
Install the front input retainer onto the front case half.

Fig 4: Installing Front Input Retainer
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Install bolts to hold retainer to transfer case. Tighten to 21 N.m (16 ft. lbs.) of torque.

Fig 5: Installing Front Input Retainer Bolt
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Install the input gear to the low range planetary assembly and the input gear bearing.
Install the input gear retaining snap-ring onto the input gear.

Fig 6: Installing Input Gear Snap Ring
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Install new oil seal in front input retainer with Installer 8841 and Handle C-4171.

Fig 7: Installing Input Gear Seal
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