Removing transfer gear

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Remove transfer gear with vibration damper.

The vibration damper cannot be removed from the transfer gear without damaging it .
The vibration damper must always be replaced following removal .
Read and follow installation instructions for vibration damper .

Release electric connector -1- and disconnect it.

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Remove transfer gear.
1. 2.1. Loosen screws in the sequence -5-1- .
2. 2.2. Support transfer gear with a transmission jack.
3. 2.3. Unscrew screws.
4. 2.4. Pull off transfer gear and remove it in a downward direction.
  
  Fig 1: Transfer Gear Screws Loosening Sequence
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