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Transfer Case - Power Transfer Unit (PTU) - Installation




Power Transfer Unit (PTU) - 3.7L



Power Transfer Unit (PTU)









1. NOTE: A new compression seal must be installed whenever the Power Transfer Unit (PTU) is removed from the vehicle.

Using a suitable tool, install the new compression seal.





2. Position the PTU in place and install the 5 PTU bolts.
- Tighten to 90 Nm (66 lb-ft).

3. Position the PTU support bracket in place and install the 3 PTU support bracket-to-engine bolts.
- Tighten to 70 Nm (52 lb-ft).





4. Install the 2 PTU support bracket-to-PTU bolts.
- Tighten to 70 Nm (52 lb-ft).





5. Position the engine roll restrictor to the transaxle and install the 2 bolts.
- Tighten the engine roll restrictor-to-transaxle bolts to 103 Nm (76 lb-ft).

- Tighten the rear engine roll restrictor bolt to 90 Nm (66 lb-ft).

6. NOTE: Line up the index marks made during removal.

Install the 4 driveshaft-to-output flange bolts.

- Tighten to 70 Nm (52 lb-ft).

7. Install the RH catalytic converter. For additional information, refer to Exhaust System &/or Catalytic Converter.

8. Install the RH front halfshaft. For additional information, refer to Drive Axles, Bearings and Joints.

9. Top off fluids as necessary.