Shift Link Assembly: Installation

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Clean the mating surface of the transmission cover and transfer case.
Replace the seal ring with a new part, and install the shift accent plunger and the check ball spring.
Tightening torque: 25 N.m (2.5 kgf-m, 18.4 ft-lb)

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Install a new needle bearing using the ST1 and ST2.
CAUTION: If the press-fit depth exceeds the service limit, replace with a new needle bearing.

Preparation tool: ST1: COMPRESSOR SHAFT (18763AA000)

ST2: STOPPER SET (498277200)

Specification: A: 8.5±0.2 mm (0.33±0.01 in) from the end of transfer case

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B: 0.2±0.2 mm (0.01±0.01 in) from the end of transfer case

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Set ST1, ST2 and transfer case to a press.
NOTE:
- Set the ST2 under ST1.
- Set the transfer case so that the hole for shifter arm is positioned vertically.
Preparation tool: ST1: CYLINDER HEAD TABLE (498267300)

ST2: CYLINDER HEAD TABLE (498267200)

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Using the ST, install a new roller bearing.
CAUTION: If the press-fit depth exceeds the service limit, replace with a new bearing.

NOTE: Gradually perform the press-fit operation while measuring the press-fit depth.

Preparation tool: ST: REMOVER (899864100)

Specification: A: 5.1±0.2 mm (0.20±0.01 in) from the finished surface of transfer case

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Flip over the transfer case, and set an iron plate between transfer case and ST (CYLINDER HEAD TABLE).
NOTE:
- Insert the iron plate which is thicker than the exposed length of the transfer case knock pin between ST (CYLINDER HEAD TABLE) and transfer case.
- Set the parts while taking care that the transfer case knock pin and the roller bearing do not ride over the iron plate.
Using the ST, install a new roller bearing.
CAUTION: If the press-fit depth exceeds the service limit, replace with a new bearing.

NOTE: Gradually perform the press-fit operation while measuring the press-fit depth.

Preparation tool: ST: REMOVER (899864100)

Specification: A: 0±0.2 mm (0±0.01 in) from the end of transfer case

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Install a new oil seal using ST.
NOTE:
- The illustration shows the oil seal of selector lever COMPL. Perform the same procedures for installing the oil seal of shifter arm No. 2.
- Apply transmission gear oil to the oil seal lips.
Preparation tool: ST: INSTALLER (18657AA000)

Specification: 1±0.2 mm (0.04±0.01 in) from the end of transfer case

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Insert the shifter arm and fix with a new straight pin.
Preparation tool: ST: REMOVER (398791700)

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Install the shifter arm No. 2, adjusting washers and thrust bearing.
CAUTION: Be careful not to damage the oil seal.

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Replace the gasket with a new part, and install the shifter arm collar and neutral set spring.
Tightening torque: 6.4 N.m (0.7 kgf-m, 4.7 ft-lb)

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Install the selector arm No. 2.

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Insert the selector lever COMPL and fix with a new straight pin using the ST.
CAUTION: Be careful not to damage the oil seal.

Special tool: ST: REMOVER (398791700)

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Insert a new straight pin.

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Install the center differential and transfer driven gear as a unit.
Install the transfer case and the extension case assembly. Ref. to MANUAL TRANSMISSION AND DIFFERENTIAL (6MT)>TRANSFER CASE AND EXTENSION CASE ASSEMBLY>INSTALLATION .
Apply liquid gasket seamlessly.
Liquid gasket: THREE BOND 1215B or equivalent

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Install the transmission cover.
Tightening torque: 25 N.m (2.5 kgf-m, 18.4 ft-lb)

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Install the back-up light switch and the neutral position switch. Ref. to MANUAL TRANSMISSION AND DIFFERENTIAL (6MT)>SWITCHES AND HARNESS>INSTALLATION .
Install the manual transmission assembly to the vehicle. Ref. to MANUAL TRANSMISSION AND DIFFERENTIAL (6MT)>MANUAL TRANSMISSION ASSEMBLY>INSTALLATION .