TRANSFER CASE INNER DRIVE SHAFT SEAL REMOVAL [LA4AX-EL (CD4E)]

1. Drain the transfer oil. (See TRANSFER OIL REPLACEMENT [LA4AX-EL (CD4E)].)

2. Remove the transfer case. (See TRANSFER CASE REMOVAL [LA4AX-EL (CD4E)].)

3. Remove the two bolts.

4. Remove the transfer case vent tube.

5. Remove the bolts and the transfer case cover.

Caution

• The transfer case cover is positioned on the case using two hollow dowels. Remove the cover squarely from the dowels to avoid cracking the cover bosses.

6. Remove the three gears.

7. Remove the inner drive shaft seal.

8. Clean the transfer case sealing surfaces.

Caution

• Transfer case cover and case sealing surfaces must be free of grease prior to applying new silicone sealant.