Gear Sensor/Switch: Service and Repair

Transfer Case Motor/Encoder Replacement

Removal Procedure





1. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Remove the engine brace mounting bolt.
3. Remove the engine brace.
4. Remove the front propeller shaft.





5. Remove the motor encoder electrical connector.





6. Remove the motor encoder mounting bolts.





7. Remove the motor encoder assembly.





8. Remove the motor encoder gasket.

Installation Procedure





Important: If the motor encoder is going to be replaced, DO NOT use the old gasket. Use the gasket that comes with the motor encoder.

1. Install the motor encoder gasket.





Important: Ensure the motor encoder aligns with the detent on the transfer case.

2. Install the motor encoder assembly.





Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

Important: Before installing the motor encoder mounting bolts, make sure that the motor encoder is flat against the transfer case.

3. Install the motor encoder mounting bolts.
^ Tighten the motor encoder mounting bolts to 20 Nm (15 ft. lbs.).





4. Install the motor encoder electrical connector.





5. Install the engine brace.
6. Install the engine brace mounting bolts.
^ Tighten the engine brace mounting bolts to 50 Nm (37 ft. lbs.).
7. Install the front propeller shaft.
8. Lower the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.