Power Transfer Unit (Service Information): Installation: Installation

2011 Jeep Compass Limited, AWD, StandardSECTION Installation
Fig 1: Remove - Install PTU
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  1. Roll the PTU in, moving from front to back (1). Refer to Fig 1.
    Fig 2: PTU Install
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  2. Rest the PTU (1) on the frame (3) while the engine and transaxle (2) are raised back into position. Refer to Fig 2.
    Fig 3: Jack AT Trans Mount
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  3. Lower screw jack (2) until rear mount through bolt can be installed. Refer to Fig 3.
    Fig 4: Rear Engine Mount
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  4. Install rear mount through bolt (2) and tighten bolt to 75 Nm (55 ft. Refer to Fig 4. lbs.).
    Fig 5: Front Engine Mount
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  5. Install the transmission crossmember and bolts, (2) tighten to 75 Nm (55 ft. lbs.).
  6. Install the through bolt at the front transmission mount (1) and tighten to 75 Nm (55 ft. lbs.).
    Fig 6: PTU O-ring
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