2018 Ford Focus S, Standard TransFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Transfer Case

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  1. NOTE: The help of an assistant will be required.

    Position the transfer case on the crossmember. Lower the transmission approximately 25.4 mm (1 in).

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  2. NOTE: The help of an assistant will be required.

    Position the transfer case to the transmission and onto the output shaft.

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  3. Install new transfer case-to-transmission bolts.

    Torque

    : 168 lb.in (19 Nm)

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  4. Install new transfer case-to-transmission bolts.

    Torque

    : 168 lb.in (19 Nm)

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  5. Refer to: Transmission Support Insulator .
  6. Install the LH exhaust support bracket and bolt.

    Torque: 41 lb.ft (55 Nm)

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  7. Install the transmission support crossmember. Refer to: Transmission Support Crossmember .
  8. Connect the vent hose to the transfer case.
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    Vehicles With: 1-Speed Torque On Demand Transfer Case 

  9. Connect the electrical connector and attach the harness retainer clip from the transfer case.
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    Vehicles With: 2-Speed Torque On Demand Transfer Case 

  10. Connect the shift motor electrical connector.
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  11. Connect the shift motor electrical connector.
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    All vehicles 

  12. NOTE: Align the index marks made during removal.

    Refer to: Front Driveshaft .

  13. NOTE: Align the index marks made during removal.

    Refer to: Rear Driveshaft .

  14. Check the transfer case fluid level. Refer to: Transfer Case Draining and Filling .
  15. If equipped. Position the skid plate and install the skid plate bolts.

    Torque: 30 lb.ft (40 Nm)

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  • • 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.