Transfer Case Control Rod Replacement
Transfer Case Control Rod ReplacementRemoval Procedure
Important: Before beginning the following service procedure, place a automatic transmission equipped vehicle into the PARK position, place a manual transmission equipped vehicle into FIRST GEAR. Then place the transfer case in the 2 HI position.
1. Remove the transfer case shield, if equipped.
2. Remove the front propeller shaft.
3. Important:
When performing this service procedure, use a small pocket screwdriver in order to release the retaining clip on the ends of the control rod.
Remove the control rod from the control lever.
4. Remove the control rod from the shift lever.
5. Remove the control rod.
Installation Procedure
Important:
^ Before installing a NEW control rod, loosen the adjusting bolt on the control rod so it slides with slight resistance.
^ When installing the control rod on the control levers, a snapping sound should be heard or felt upon installation.
1. Install the control rod onto the control lever first.
2. Slide the control rod forward.
3. Install the control rod onto the shift control lever.
4. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
^ Tighten the control rod adjusting bolt.
^ Tighten the bolt to 15 Nm (11 ft. lbs.).
5. Install the front propeller shaft.
6. Install the transfer case shield, if equipped.