PTU Assembly
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One speed shown in illustration, two speed similar.
NOTE:
Do not use solvent to clean Power Transfer Unit (PTU) components. Clean the PTU components using a lint free cloth.
- Inspect all sealing surfaces for excessive wear or scratches that may cause damage to new seals. If damage is evident replace the PTU assembly.
- Manual Transmission equipped vehicle only; using tool (special tool #10517, Installer, Seal) (1), with the long side (4) toward the seal (2), install the outer seal (2) in the input shaft (3) with the tension spring facing outward. The shoulder on the tool will stop against the input shaft (3) when the seal is fully seated.
- Both Automatic and Manual Transmission equipped vehicles; using tool (special tool #10517, Installer, Seal) (1), with the short side (4) toward the seal (2), install the inner seal (2) in the input gear (3) with the tension spring facing the tool. The shoulder on the tool will stop against the input shaft (3) when the seal is fully seated.
- Manual transmission equipped vehicle only; using tool (special tool #10515, Installer, Seal) and (special tool #C-4171, Driver Handle, Universal), with the long side (2) toward the outer seal (1), install the outer seal (1) in the housing (4) with the tension spring facing outward. The shoulder on the tool will stop against the top of the bore in the housing (4) when the seal is fully seated.
- For both automatic and manual transmission equipped vehicles; using tool (special tool #10515, Installer, Seal) and (special tool #C-4171, Driver Handle, Universal), with the short side (2) toward the seal (1), install the inner seal (1) in the housing (4) with the tension spring facing the tool. The shoulder on the tool will stop against the top of the bore in the housing (4) when the seal is fully seated.
- Install the input shaft (1) and bearing into the PTU housing.
- Install the dog clutch sleeve (1) onto the input shaftNOTE:
Ensure that the dog clutch sleeve is oriented so that the tapered splines (1) are facing the input gear (towards the interior of the case).
- In unison, install the input gear (1) and output ring gear (2) into the PTU housing.
- Install the gasket (1) into the groove in the PTU housing (2).
- If necessary, install the bearing cups and shims into their proper bore of the right PTU housing. Use a light grease to retain the cups in their bore.
- Place the right housing (1) on the PTU housing (2).
- Install the bolts (1) to hold the PTU housing halves together and tighten to the proper. Refer to TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS .
- Install the PTU in the vehicle. Refer to INSTALLATION .
- Fill the PTU to the proper level. Refer to CAPACITIES AND RECOMMENDED FLUIDS, SPECIFICATIONS .
- Road test the vehicle to verify the repair.