Transfer Assembly Removal

Transfer Assembly Removal
1. Shift the transmission into the N position.
2. Raise the vehicle on a lift, and make sure it is supported securely.
3. Remove the drain plug (A), and drain the automatic transmission fluid (ATF).





4. Reinstall the drain plug with a new sealing washer (B).
5. Disconnect the A/F sensor connector and the secondary heated oxygen sensor connector.





6. Remove the sensor harnesses from the harness clamps.





7. Remove the three-way catalytic converter.





8. Make a reference mark (A) across the propeller shaft (B) and the transfer companion flange (C).





9. Separate the propeller shaft from the transfer companion flange.
10. Remove the transfer assembly mounting bolts (A) (4), and pull out the bolt (B) to the limit of travel.





11. Remove the transfer assembly (C) and dowel pin (D) from the transmission.