Transfer Case
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Ford Ranger. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING AND LIFTING article.
- Remove the skid plate.
- To install, tighten to 24 Nm (18 lb-ft).
- Disconnect the transfer case harness connector and position it aside.
- If transfer case disassembly is necessary, remove the drain plug and drain the fluid.
- Install the drain plug when all of the fluid has drained.
- Tighten to 24 Nm (18 lb-ft).
- Disconnect the front driveshaft from the transfer case and position the driveshaft aside.
- Index-mark the front output shaft assembly and the front driveshaft constant velocity (CV) joint.
- Remove and discard the bolts and washers.
- Disconnect the front driveshaft from the transfer case and position the driveshaft aside.
- To install, tighten to 30 Nm (22 lb-ft).
- Remove the rear driveshaft. For additional information, refer to DRIVESHAFT article.
- Position a high lift jack under the transfer case.
- Remove the transfer case from the vehicle.
- Remove the 5 bolts retaining the transfer case to the extension housing.
- Slide the transfer case rearward and off of the transmission output shaft.
- Remove and discard the front extension housing gasket, and clean the mating surfaces.
- To install, tighten to 54 Nm (40 lb-ft).
CAUTION:
Index-mark the front output shaft assembly and the front driveshaft constant velocity (CV) joint.
CAUTION:
Always disconnect the front driveshaft from the transfer case first. Otherwise, the weight of the driveshaft can pinch the boot between the shaft and the boot can and cause the boot to tear.
CAUTION:
Index-mark the front flange on the rear driveshaft and the flange on the transfer case.
WARNING:
Secure the transfer case to the jack with safety straps.