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For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 707039  Size: SH
  1. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
  2. Remove the transfer case shield from the vehicle. Refer to Transfer Case Shield Replacement .

  3. Object Number: 662851  Size: SH
  4. Remove the motor/encoder electrical connector.

  5. Object Number: 662850  Size: SH
  6. Remove the motor/encoder mounting bolts.
  7. Remove the motor/encoder from the transfer case.
  8. Important: The motor/encoder gasket does not have to be replaced if the motor/encoder is being removed from the transfer case for other service procedures. Replace the motor/encoder gasket only if damaged. If the motor/encoder is being replaced, a new gasket will come with the replacement motor/encoder.

  9. Remove the motor/encoder gasket from the transfer case.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 662851  Size: SH
  1. Install the motor/encoder gasket to the transfer case.

  2. Object Number: 662850  Size: SH

    Important: When performing this service procedure, make sure that the motor/encoder unit is flat against the transfer case for proper installation.

  3. Install the motor/encoder to the transfer case.
  4. Install motor/encoder mounting bolts to the transfer case.
  5. Tighten
    Tighten the motor/encoder mounting bolts to 25 N·m (18 lb ft).

  6. Install the motor/encoder electrical connector.
  7. Install the transfer case shield to the vehicle. Refer to Transfer Case Shield Replacement .
  8. Lower the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.