Adapter Case: Assembly

Select the gear ring bearing adjusting shim (adapter case side). Refer to "ADJUSTMENT ".
Install the oil gutter.

Fig 1: Installing Oil Gutter
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Using the drifts, install the selected gear ring bearing adjusting shim (adapter case side) and gear ring bearing outer race (adapter case side).
Using the drift (A) [SST: KV38101700 (-)], drive the adapter case oil seal until it becomes flush with the case end.
Apply multi-purpose grease onto oil seal lips, and gear oil onto the circumference of the oil seal.
CAUTION:
- When checking the total preload torque, measure it without the oil seal, then install the oil seal.
- Never reuse the oil seal.
Fig 2: Tapping Oil Seal
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Apply sealant on drain plug and install it to the adapter case. Use Genuine Silicone RTV or equivalent. Refer to "RECOMMENDED CHEMICAL PRODUCTS AND SEALANTS ".
Apply multi-purpose grease lightly and evenly onto an O-ring, and install it to the adapter case.
CAUTION: Never reuse the O-ring.

Install the adapter case to the transfer case, and apply anti-corrosive oil onto threads and seats on the mounting bolts. Tighten to the specified torque.

BOLT LENGTH SPECIFICATION

Bolt symbol	Bolt length "l " mm (in)	Tightening torque N.m (kg-m, ft-lb)
A	45 (1.77)	15.2 (1.6, 11)
B	30 (1.18)	15.2 (1.6, 11)

Fig 3: Applying Anti-Corrosive Oil Onto Threads And Seats On Mounting Bolts

Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.

Check backlash, tooth contact, total preload and companion flange runout. Refer to "ADJUSTMENT ".

CAUTION: Measure the total preload without the adapter case oil seal.