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For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 678215  Size: SH
  1. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
  2. Remove the transfer case assembly from the vehicle. Refer to Transfer Case Shield Replacement .
  3. Remove the input shaft seal from the transfer case.

Installation Procedure

Tools Required

J 42738 Seal Installer


    Object Number: 678288  Size: SH

    Important: When installing the input shaft seal, make sure that the part numbers on the seal are facing outward (toward the technician. The input shaft seal should be even with the surface of the transfer case after installation.

  1. Position the seal on the input shaft.
  2. Using the J 42738 , install the input shaft seal in the transfer case.
  3. Install the transfer case assembly in the vehicle. Refer to Transfer Case Shield Replacement .
  4. Check the level of the transfer case fluid. Refer to Transfer Case Fluid Replacement .
  5. Lower the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.