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For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 822505  Size: SH
  1. If equipped with 2 wheel drive (2WD), remove the drive flange (2) and seal (3). Refer to Drive Flange and Seal Replacement .
  2. Place a suitable jack under the transmission pan in order to support the transmission.
  3. Remove the transmission support. Refer to Transmission Support Replacement in Frame and Underbody.
  4. If equipped with all wheel drive (AWD), remove the transfer case. Refer to Transfer Case Assembly Replacement in Driveline/Axle.
  5. Place a drain pan under the extension housing.

  6. Object Number: 801792  Size: SH
  7. Remove the extension housing bolts (35).
  8. The output shaft retainer will slide off the output shaft while removing the case extension housing.
  9. Remove the extension housing (27) and the seal (25).
  10. If equipped with AWD, remove the seal from the extension housing.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 830379  Size: SH
  1. Install the output shaft thrust washer to the back side of the case extension housing prior to installing of the case extension housing. Align the thrust washer tabs with the locating slots on the case extension housing.
  2. If equipped with AWD, install a NEW seal to the extension housing.

  3. Object Number: 801792  Size: SH

    Important: The case extension gasket seal is reusable. Replace the gasket ONLY if the sealing surface is damaged.

  4. Install the extension housing (27) and the seal (25).
  5. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

  6. Install the extension housing bolts (35).
  7. Tighten
    Tighten the bolts to 22 N·m (16 lb ft).

  8. If equipped with AWD, install the transfer case. Refer to Transfer Case Assembly Replacement in Driveline/Axle.
  9. Install the transmission support. Refer to Transmission Support Replacement in Frame and Underbody.
  10. Remove the transmission jack.

  11. Object Number: 822505  Size: SH
  12. If equipped with 2WD, install the drive flange (2) and seal (3). Refer to Drive Flange and Seal Replacement .