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Special Tools Required 

Companion flange holder 07XAB-0020100

1. Remove the transfer cover (A) from the transfer housing (B).
   Fig 2: Removing Transfer Cover From Transfer Housing

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2. Remove the transfer hypoid drive gear/shaft assembly (C), 25 mm thrust shim (D), and tapered roller bearing (E).
3. Remove the O-ring (G) from the cover.
4. Drain the transfer fluid (hypoid gear oil) from the transfer housing.
5. Cut the lock tab on the lock nut using a chisel.
   Fig 3: Cutting Lock Tab On Lock Nut Using Chisel

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6. Secure the transfer housing in a bench vise with soft jaws. To prevent damage to the transfer housing, always use soft jaws or equivalent materials between the transfer housing and the vise.
7. Install the special tool on the companion flange, then loosen the lock nut.
   Fig 4: Installing Special Tool On Companion Flange

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8. Remove the special tool.
9. Remove the lock nut (A), conical spring washer (B), back up ring (C), O-ring (D), and companion flange (E) from the transfer output shaft (hypoid gear) (F).
   Fig 5: Removing Lock Nut, Conical Spring Washer, Back-Up Ring, O-Ring, And Companion Flange From Transfer Output Shaft

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10. Remove the transfer output shaft (hypoid gear) (A) from the transfer housing (B), then remove the thrust washers (C) and transfer spacer (D) from the transfer output shaft (hypoid gear).
    Fig 6: Removing Thrust Washers And Transfer Spacer From Transfer Output Shaft

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11. Remove the oil seal (A) and tapered roller bearing (B) from the transfer housing.
    Fig 7: Removing Oil Seal And Tapered Roller Bearing From Transfer Housing

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