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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMERCURY2009MOUNTAINEER 4.6 8, RWDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT VARIANT/TRIMSECTION 5 (TRANSFER CASE)DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLYTRANSFER CASE - ALL-WHEEL DRIVE (AWD)DISASSEMBLY
2009 Mercury Mountaineer 4.6 8, RWD
Transfer Case - All-Wheel Drive (AWD): Disassembly
2009 Mercury Mountaineer 4.6 8, RWDSECTION Disassembly
WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.
- Remove the transfer case from the vehicle. For additional information, refer to Transfer Case .
- Using the Transmission Holding Fixture, secure the transfer case to a bench.
- If not done previously, remove the drain plug and drain the fluid.
- Install the drain plug when finished draining.
- Tighten to 20 Nm (177 lb-in).
NOTE:
Discard all seals after removing them.
WARNING:
Make sure the holding fixture lock pin is secure.
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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.