Case Adapter: Service and Repair

Transfer Case Adapter Replacement

Removal Procedure

1. Remove the transfer case assembly. Refer to Transfer Case Assembly Replacement (Transfer Case Assembly Replacement).





Note: The transmission mount DOES NOT have to be removed to perform the following service procedure.

2. Remove the 2 transmission mount bolts.




3. Position a transmission jack under the transmission.
4. Lift the transmission just high enough to remove the transfer case adapter.




5. Remove the transfer case adapter mounting bolts.
6. Remove the transfer case adapter from the transmission.
7. Remove the transfer case adapter seal.

Installation Procedure




1. Lightly lubricate the transfer case adapter seal with clean transmission fluid.
2. Position the NEW seal to the transfer case adapter.
3. Install the transfer adapter to the transmission.

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution (Fastener Caution).

4. Install the transfer case adapter mounting bolts to the transmission and tighten the bolts to 50 Nm (37 lb ft).




5. Lower the transmission to the transmission mount.
6. Install the transmission mount bolts and tighten to 50 Nm (37 lb ft).
7. Remove the transmission jack.
8. Install the transfer case assembly. Refer to Transfer Case Assembly Replacement (Transfer Case Assembly Replacement).