Front Output Shaft And Drive Chain

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Jeep Liberty. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Removing/Installing Front Output Shaft

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1 - FRONT CASE

2 - FRONT OUTPUT SHAFT

Install the front output shaft (2) into the front output shaft bearing. See Fig 1.

Fig 2: Removing/Installing Front Sprocket and Drive Chain

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1 - FRONT DRIVE SPROCKET

2 - DRIVE CHAIN

3 - MAINSHAFT

Insert front sprocket in drive chain.
Install drive chain (2) around mainshaft sprocket (1). See Fig 2. Then position front sprocket over front shaft.
Raise mainshaft about 2.54 cm (one inch) and seat front sprocket on front output shaft.

Fig 3: Front Sprocket Retaining Ring Installation
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1 - FRONT SPROCKET

2 - RETAINING RING
If mainshaft and mode sleeve were unseated during chain installation, align and reseat mainshaft in input gear and hub.
Install front sprocket (1) retaining ring (2). See Fig 3.

Fig 4: Shift Rail Spring And Cup Installation
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1 - CUP

2 - SPRING
Install spring (2) and cup (1) on shift rail. See Fig 4.

Fig 5: Case Magnet Installation
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1 - MAGNET

2 - CASE POCKET
Insert magnet (1) in front case pocket (2). See Fig 5.