Installation Procedure

Fig 1: Installing Transfer Case Bolts

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Install the transfer case (2) from the transaxle.
Install the bolts (1) securing the transfer case to the transaxle.
CAUTION: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .

Tightening torque

Tighten the bolts to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).
Install the rear transmission mount and bracket. Refer to INSTALLATION PROCEDURE and INSTALLATION PROCEDURE .
Remove the jackstand supporting the transaxle.
Install the transfer case heat shield.

Fig 2: Identifying Transfer Case Mounting Bracket
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Install the transfer case mounting bracket (3).
Install the transfer case mounting bracket bolts (1).
Tightening torque

Tighten the bolts to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).
Install the transfer case mounting bracket bolt (2).
Tightening torque

Tighten the bolts to 23 N.m (17 lb ft).

Fig 3: Identifying Transfer Case Mounting Bracket Bolts
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Install the transfer case mounting bracket (2).
Install the transfer case mounting bracket bolts (1).
Tightening torque

Tighten the bolts to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).
Install both catalytic converters. Refer to INSTALLATION PROCEDURE and INSTALLATION PROCEDURE .
Install the right wheel drive shaft. Refer to FRONT WHEEL DRIVE SHAFT REPLACEMENT (AWD) and FRONT WHEEL DRIVE SHAFT REPLACEMENT (FWD) .
Fill the transfer case with fluid. Refer to TRANSFER CASE FLUID REPLACEMENT .
Lower the vehicle.