Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Fastener Specifications
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NOTE:
All fasteners/components listed in this table MUST BE DISCARDED and replaced with NEW after removal. |
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| Application |
| Front Wheel Drive Intermediate Shaft Retaining Ring |
| Transmission @ Transfer Case O-ring Seal |
| Transfer Case Input Shaft Bearing Retainer Front Seal |
| Transfer Case Input Shaft Bearing Retainer Rear Seal |
| Transfer Case Rear Extension Housing O-Ring Seal |
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NOTE:
All fasteners/components listed in this table MUST BE DISCARDED and replaced with NEW after removal. |
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|---|---|
| Application | Specification |
| Metric (English) | |
| Transfer Case Drain Plug | 40 N.m (30 lb ft) |
| Transfer Case Fill Plug | 40 N.m (30 lb ft) |
| Transfer Case Rear Output Shaft Housing Bolt | 40 N.m (30 lb ft) |
| Transfer Case Rear Output Flange Nut - Minimum torque - Tighten additional as required to obtain the correct rotating torque | 100 N.m (74 lb ft) |
| Transfer Case Rear Output Flange - Rotating Torque | 1.5 N.m (13 lb in) - 2.9 N.m (26 lb in) |
| Transfer Case Rear Extension Housing Bolt | |
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28 N.m (21 lb ft) |
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90 degrees |
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NOTE:
All fasteners listed in this table can be reused after removal. |
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|---|---|
| Application | Specification |
| Metric (English) | |
| Front Wheel Drive Intermediate Shaft Housing Bolts | 58 N.m (43 lb ft) |
| Transfer Case Adapter Plate @Transmission Bolts (1) (for Automatic Transmission) | |
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100 N.m (74 lb ft) |
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30 - 40 degrees |
| Transfer Case Adapter Plate @Transmission Bolts (2) (for Automatic Transmission) | |
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60 N.m (44 lb ft) |
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60 - 75 degrees |
| Transfer Case Adapter Plate @Transmission Bolts (1) (for Manual Transmission) | |
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100 N.m (74 lb ft) |
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30 - 40 degrees |
| Transfer Case Vent | 25 N.m (18 lb ft) |
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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