Install the transfer case (VTG)

• Lightly grease the gearing (1) in the transfer case (VTG) and the gearing (2) of the automatic transmission
  CONSUMABLE SPECIFICATION
  
  

  Ball bearing grease

  100 g, Tube

  81229407174

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• Replace the O-ring (1) before installing the front prop shaft in the transfer case (VTG)

  Parts:  O-ring

• Apply a thin coat of grease to the gearing of the output flange in the transfer case (VTG)

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• Position the transfer case (VTG) with the help of a support person
• Position the front prop shaft (1) on the output flange (3) of the transfer case (VTG)
• Align the front prop shaft (1) with the help of the marks (2) and (4)
• Install the transfer case (VTG) and, at the same time, slide the front prop shaft (1) into the output flange (3) of the transfer case (VTG)

• Remove any leaked grease on the prop shaft

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  NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION 
  When assembling, it is essential to observe screwing sequences and tightening torques
  Failure to comply with the regulations can lead to leaks and damage
• Tighten screws in the sequence (1) to (5)

Fig 1: Transfer Case Screws Tightening Sequence

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• Connect the connector (1) with the transfer case control unit

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• Install the ground strap (2)
• Tighten down screw (1)

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Follow-up work 

• Refer to FASTENING THE PROP SHAFT (PARTIALLY REMOVED) .
• Refer to INSTALLING TRANSMISSION CROSS MEMBER .
• Refer to INSTALLING THE TRANSMISSION BEARING SUPPORT .
• Refer to INSTALLING FRONT HEAT SHIELD .
• Refer to INSTALLING THE REAR HEAT SHIELD .
• Refer to INSTALLING THE LEFT THRUST FIELD .
• Refer to INSTALLING TANK COVER .
• Refer to INSTALLING EXHAUST SYSTEM .
• Refer to INSTALLING THE CONNECTING SUPPORTS ON THE TUNNEL .
• Refer to RECONNECTING ALL BATTERY GROUND LEADS .