Installation Procedure
- Install the new gasket to the transfer case adapter with the tab facing upward.
- Install the transfer case to the transfer case adapter.
- Install the transfer case retaining nuts on the transfer case mounting studs.
Tighten: Tighten the transfer case retaining nuts to 55 N.m (40 lb ft).
- Install the transmission mount to the transfer case adapter.
Tighten: Tighten the transmission mount bolts to 47 N.m (35 lb ft).
- Install the transmission support assembly. Refer to Transmission Support Replacement (RWD) or Transmission Support Replacement (4WD, ZR2) in Frame and Underbody.
- Install the transmission mount retaining nuts.
Tighten: Tighten the transmission mount retaining nuts and bolts to 40 N.m (30 lb ft).
- Remove the transmission jack from the transmission.
- Install the motor/encoder electrical connector.
- Install the electrical wiring harness to the transfer case.
- Install the vent hose to the transfer case.
- Install the transfer case brace left side shown, if equipped.
- Install the transfer case brace bolts at the transfer case.
Tighten: Tighten the transfer case to engine bolts to 60 N.m (44 lb ft).
- Install the transfer case brace bolt at the engine.
Tighten: Tighten the transfer case brace bolt to 47 N.m (35 lb ft).
- Install the rear propeller shaft in the vehicle.
- For vehicles equipped with the one piece propeller shaft, refer to Propeller Shaft Replacement - One Piece in Propeller Shaft.
- For vehicles equipped with the two piece propeller shaft, refer to Propeller Shaft Replacement - Two Piece in Propeller Shaft.
- Install the front propeller shaft in the vehicle. Refer to Propeller Shaft Replacement - Front in Propeller Shaft.
- Fill the transfer case with the approved fluid. Refer to Transfer Case Fluid Replacement .
- Install the transfer case shield to the vehicle. Refer to Transfer Case Shield Replacement .
- Lower the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
IMPORTANT:
The following service procedure should be performed with the aid of another technician.
NOTE:
Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.