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Power Transfer Unit Case Assemble

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  1. Power Transfer Unit Idler Gear Shaft Access Tube O-ring (1) - Install NEW
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  2. NOTE:

    The tube orientation for assembly. Install the tube with the knurled OD area facing the extension housing.

  3. Power Transfer Unit Idler Shaft Tube (2) - Install
  4. NOTE:

    Make sure the seal bore is clean and free of oil or dirt.

    NOTE:

    Install the seal into the bore until the tool bottoms against the case half.

  5. Install the NEW rear power transfer unit input shaft seal (4) with the notched surface of the seal facing the DT-51466  Seal Installer (3) and the metal ID portion of the seal facing the DT-51466  Seal Installer (3).
  6. Install the NEW front power transfer unit input shaft seal (1) with the notched surface of the seal facing the DT-51466  Seal Installer (2) and the metal ID portion of the seal facing the DT-51466  Seal Installer (2).
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    NOTE:

    Make sure the seal bore is clean and free of oil or dirt.

    NOTE:

    Install the seal into the bore until the tool bottoms against the case half.

  7. Power Transfer Unit Idler Gear Shaft Tube O-ring (4) - Install NEW
  8. NOTE:

    Install the locating pins as required.

  9. Power Transfer Unit Locating Pin (3) - Install [2x]
  10. Power Transfer Unit Face Seal (1) - Install NEW
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  11. Power Transfer Unit Idler Shaft (1) - Install
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  12. Power Transfer Unit Input Shaft (2) - Install
  13. Power Transfer Unit Cover Housing Seal (1) - Install NEW
    Fig 1: Exploded View Of Power Transfer Unit Extension Housing Components With Tightening Sequence
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    NOTE:

    Inspect the extension housing and main housing seal surfaces to ensure they are clean and free of damage prior to assembly.

  14. Power Transfer Unit Cover Housing (2) - Install
  15. CAUTION:

    Refer to Fastener Caution .

    CAUTION:

    This vehicle is equipped with torque-to-yield or single use fasteners. Install a NEW torque-to-yield or single use fastener when installing this component. Failure to replace the torque-to-yield or single use fastener could cause damage to the vehicle or component.

  16. If NEW threaded components are being installed, loosen the adhesive using a metal pick or similar tool before proceeding. If threaded components are reused, prepare the threaded components using the following steps:
  17. Remove any loose cured adhesive from the external threads of the components using a lint free cloth.
  18. Thread the cleaned components into the internal mating threads and remove to loosen trapped cured adhesive.
  19. Remove loose debris from internal and external threads using compressed air.
  20. Apply liquid thread locking adhesive in a strip along half of the length of the external threads, starting at the tip, just prior to installation. Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers 
  21. Power Transfer Unit Cover Housing Bolt (3) - Install NEW and tighten in sequence [10x] 28 N.m (21 lb ft)
  22. Power Transfer Unit Shift Actuator Seal (3) - Install NEW
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  23. Power Transfer Unit Shift Actuator (2) - Remove
  24. Power Transfer Unit Shift Actuator Bolt (1) - Install and tighten [4x] 9 N.m (80 lb in)
  25. Using the DT-51467  Seal Installer and DT-305 - 1  Driver Handle (4), install a NEW power transfer unit output shaft seal (1).
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    NOTE:

    Make sure the seal bore is clean and free of oil or dirt.

  26. Power Transfer Unit Propeller Shaft Seal (2) - Install NEW
  27. NOTE:

    When installing a NEW half shaft retaining clip, open the clip only as far as necessary to fit the clip over the shaft. Opening the clip too far will damage it.

    NOTE:

    Start one end of the clip in the shaft groove and slowly push the clip onto and over the shaft.

  28. Power Transfer Unit Propeller Shaft Retainer (3) - Install NEW
  29. Power Transfer Unit Intermediate Drive Shaft Bearing Retaining Ring (1) - Install
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    CAUTION:

    Do not nick, scratch or damage the sealing surface. The sealing surface is a machined surface. Damage to the machined surface can cause leakage.

  30. NOTE:

    Use a press to install the bearing to the shaft.

  31. Power Transfer Unit Intermediate Drive Shaft Bearing (2) - Install
  32. CAUTION:

    Do not nick, scratch or damage the sealing surface. The sealing surface is a machined surface. Damage to the machined surface can cause leakage.

  33. Power Transfer Unit Intermediate Drive Shaft Bearing Retaining Ring (1) - Install
  34. Power Transfer Unit Intermediate Drive Shaft (3) - Install
  35. Power Transfer Unit Intermediate Drive Shaft Retainer (4) - Install
  36. Using the DT-51466  Seal Installer and DT-305 - 1  Driver Handle (2) install a NEW power transfer unit intermediate drive shaft to input shaft seal (1).
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    NOTE:

    Lubricate the OD area of the seal with a light film of grease or oil prior to installation.

  37. Power Transfer Unit Half Shaft Seal (4) - Install NEW
  38. CAUTION:

    When installing a new bearing retaining ring, open the ring only as far as necessary to fit the ring over the shaft. Opening the ring too far will damage it.

  39. Power Transfer Unit Half Shaft Retainer Clip (3) - Install NEW
  40. Power Transfer Unit Drain Plug (2) - Install40 N.m (30 lb ft)
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    NOTE:

    The plug and seal are only available as an assembly. Install a NEW plug with seal during assembly.

  41. NOTE:

    The plug and seal are only available as an assembly. Install a NEW plug with seal during assembly.

    NOTE:

    Tighten the oil fill plug only after the assembly has been filled with fluid. Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers 

  42. Power Transfer Unit Fill Plug (1) - Install40 N.m (30 lb ft)
  43. NOTE:

    Apply sealant to the threads of the connector. Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers 

  44. Power Transfer Unit Vent Hose Connector (3) - Install NEW20 N.m (15 lb ft)
  45. Remove the power transfer unit case (3) and the DT-36842  Transaxle Holding Fixture (2) from the DT-3289-20  Holding Fixture (1).
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  46. Remove the DT-36842  Transaxle Holding Fixture (2) from the power transfer unit case (3).