Transfer Case Skid Plate

TRANSFER CASE SKID PLATE

REMOVAL

NOTE: The transmission and transfer case crossmember is integrated with the transfer case skid plate.

WARNING: The transfer case and transmission are supported by the transfer case skid plate. Before removing the transfer case skid plate, ensure that the transmission is properly supported.

1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Remove the transmission skid plate, if equipped.
3. Support the transmission with a suitable lifting device.

Fig. 10:

4. Remove the nuts attaching the transmission mount to the skid plate. (Fig. 10)

Fig. 11:

5. Remove the bolts attaching the skid plate to the frame and remove the skid plate. (Fig. 11)

INSTALLATION

1. Position the skid plate on the vehicle.
2. Install the bolts attaching the skid plate to the frame and tighten to 44 N.m (33 ft.lbs.).
3. Install the nuts attaching the transmission mount to the skid plate and tighten to 35 N.m (26 ft.lbs.).
4. Install the transmission skid plate.