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.
Transfer Case - Vehicles With: 2-Speed Torque On Demand Transfer Case: Disassembly
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NOTE: Seal all openings before cleaning the transfer case exterior. This will prevent entry of dirt and water, which may cause damage to internal components.
Using a transmission adjustable mounting arm, secure the transfer case to the bench. Clean the transfer case with solvent and dry with compressed air.
Use the General Equipment: Adjustable Mounting Arm
- Remove and discard the transfer case rear output shaft seal.
- Remove the bolt and the vibration damper from the transfer case.
- Remove the coil wire pin from the electrical connector.
- Remove the inner retainer from the wire connector.
- Press the release tab and remove the coil wire pin.
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- Loosen the transfer case shift motor bracket nuts.
- Remove the transfer case shift motor bracket bolt.
- Remove the transfer case shift motor bolts.
- Remove the transfer case shift motor.
- Remove the coil nuts and washers.
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NOTE: The transfer case bolts are self tapping, and it is normal to find metal shavings while removing the cover.
Remove the transfer case bolts.
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NOTE: Use care not damage the field coil wire.
Using the pry bosses, separate the transfer case covers.
- Remove the dowel pins.
- Remove the transfer case field coil.
- Remove the coil housing snap ring and spacer.
- Remove the caged thrust bearing assembly.
- Install a new bearing as necessary.
- Remove the coil housing.
- Remove the steel balls and the cam.
- Remove the wave spring.
- Remove clutch pack circlip.
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NOTE: When removing the clutch pack assembly, do not separate the clutch pack assembly. Keep tension on the clutch pack during removal. Set the clutch pack assembly on the bench in the same position as located in the transfer case. The thrust washer in the lower clutch pack uses tabs to hold it in place. If the thrust washer is not in place, a transfer case clearance problem will occur.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.