Removal Procedure
- Raise the vehicle. Refer to
Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
- Remove the transfer case from the vehicle. Refer to
Transfer Case Assembly Replacement.
- Remove the mounting bolts from the adapter to the transmission.
- Remove the adapter from the transmission.
- Remove the seal between the transfer case and the adapter.
- Remove the transfer case to the adapter gasket.
Installation Procedure
Note: Always use a new gasket and seal for the adapter. Do not use any type of sealant or adhesive in place of or with the gasket or the seal.
- Install the new seal on the adapter.
Note: The transfer case adapter must be installed so that the adapter is evenly seated to the transmission before installing the retaining nuts.
- Install the adapter to the transmission.
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.
- Install the adapter mounting bolts to the transmission and tighten to
50 N·m (37 lb ft).
Note: The locating tab on the gasket should always be pointing up.
- Install the new gasket to the adapter.
- Install the transfer case to the adapter. Refer to
Transfer Case Assembly Replacement.
- Install the transmission support crossmember. Refer to
Transmission Support Crossmember Replacement.
- Remove the transmission jack from the transmission.
- Check the fluid level of the transfer case. Refer to
Transfer Case Fluid Replacement.
- Lower the vehicle. Refer to
Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.