2WD Models

1. Disconnect battery ground cable.
2. Raise and support vehicle.
3. Mark rear propeller shaft and yoke assembly for assembly reference.
4. Disconnect rear propeller shaft from transfer case yoke. Secure shaft to frame with wire.
5. Mark converter driveplate and converter for assembly reference, then remove converter driveplate attaching bolts.
6. On models equipped with diesel engine, remove left motor mount and starter to gain access to converter driveplate bolts through starter opening.
7. On all models, position a suitable jack under transmission and secure transmission onto jack using a safety chain.
8. Remove rear crossmember to transmission attaching bolts, then the crossmember.
9. Disconnect exhaust pipe from converter.
10. Mark front propeller shaft for assembly reference, then disconnect front propeller at transfer case and secure shaft to frame with wire.
11. Lower transmission slightly, then disconnect and cap oil cooler lines.
12. Disconnect back-up light switch electrical connector, speedometer cable, vacuum lines and vent hose.
13. Disconnect transfer case and transmission linkage.
14. Remove bolts attaching transmission to engine.
15. Lower transmission from vehicle.
16. Reverse procedure to install.