Repair Procedures: Removal

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Lift up the vehicle.
Remove the propeller shaft bolts. (A-4 ea)
Tightening torque:

49.0-68.6 N.m (5.0-7.0 kgf.m, 36.2-50.6 lb-ft)

Fig 1: Identifying Propeller Shaft Bolts
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Remove the right driveshaft (passenger side) from the transfer case. Refer to "DRIVE SHAFT "
Remove the roll rod bracket (C) after removing bolt (A, B).
Tightening torque:
1. 49.0-63.7 N.m (5.0-6.5 kgf.m, 36.2-47.0 lb-ft)
2. 107.9-127.5 N.m (11-13 kgf.m, 79.6-94.1 lb-ft)
Fig 2: Roll Rod Bracket & Bolts
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Remove the sub frame. Refer to "FRONT SUSPENSION SYSTEM "
Remove the transfer case up and down mounting bolt (A-4 ea, B-1 ea).
Tightening torque:

(A, B) 60.8-65.7 N.m (6.2-6.7 kgf.m, 44.8-48.5 lb-ft)

Fig 3: Transfer Case & Upper Mounting Bolts
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Fig 4: Transfer Case Lower Mounting Bolt
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Remove the transfer case (C) with the lever after supporting the transfer case with a jack.