Installation Procedure

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Fig 1: View Of Rear Powertrain Mount Bracket, Bolts & PTU

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NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .

Install the 3 bolts securing the rear transaxle mount to the transfer case.
Tighten: Tighten the bolts to 110 N.m (81 lb ft).

Fig 2: View Of Torque Converter Cover

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Ensure the torque converter cover is in the proper location.
With the transfer case propeller shaft drive flange pointing down toward the floor, lift the transfer case up between the engine oil pan and the vehicle frame.

Fig 3: View Of PTU Mounting To Transmission

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Rotate and align the transfer case with the transaxle.
Install the 4 bolts securing the transfer case to the transaxle.
Tighten: Tighten the bolts to 60 N.m (44 lb ft).

Fig 4: View Of Rear Transaxle Mount, Through Bolt & Bracket

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Install the 3 bolts (4) securing the rear transaxle mount (3) to the vehicle frame.
Tighten: Tighten the bolts to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).
Remove the jackstand supporting the transaxle.

Fig 5: View Of Transfer Case Vent Hose

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Connect the transfer case vent hose.
Install the transfer case mounting bracket. Refer to Transfer Case Bracket Replacement .

Fig 6: View Of Stub Shaft Retainer Ring

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Install the stub shaft using the J 6125-1B and J 38868 .
Install a NEW retainer ring on the stub shaft.
Install the intermediate shaft. Refer to Intermediate Shaft Replacement .
Install the right wheel drive shaft. Refer to Front Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement .
Fill the transfer case with fluid. Refer to Transfer Case Fluid Replacement .
Lower the vehicle.