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Transfer Case

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2023 Lincoln Navigator. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

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  1. If removed, install the vibration damper to the transfer case.

    Torque: 177 lb.in (20 Nm)

    GFD707559Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  2. NOTE: The help of an assistant will be required.

    Position the transfer case on the crossmember. Lower the transmission approximately 25.4 mm (1 in).

    GFD707560Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  3. NOTE: The help of an assistant will be required.

    Position the transfer case to the transmission and onto the output shaft.

    GFD707561Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  4. NOTE: Do not reuse the old transfer case-to-transmission bolts.

    Install new transfer case-to-transmission bolts.

    Torque: 168 lb.in (19 Nm)

    GFD707562Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  5. Install the transmission support insulator. Refer to: Transmission Support Insulator .
  6. Install the LH exhaust support bracket and bolt.

    Torque: 41 lb.ft (55 Nm)

    GFD707499Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  7. Install the transmission support crossmember. Refer to: Transmission Support Crossmember .
  8. Connect the vent hose to the transfer case.
    GFD707498Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

    Vehicles With: 1-Speed Torque On Demand Transfer Case 

  9. Connect the electrical connector and attach the harness retainer clip from the transfer case.
    GFD707495Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

    Vehicles With: 2-Speed Torque On Demand Transfer Case 

  10. Connect the shift motor electrical connector.
    GFD707563Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  11. Connect the shift motor electrical connector.
    GFD707497Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

    All vehicles 

  12. NOTE: Align the index marks made during removal.

    Install the rear driveshaft. Refer to: Rear Driveshaft .

  13. NOTE: Align the index marks made during removal.

    Install the front driveshaft. Refer to: Front Driveshaft .

  14. Check the transfer case fluid level. Refer to: Transfer Case Draining and Filling .
  15. If equipped. Position the skid plate and install the skid plate bolts.

    Torque: 30 lb.ft (40 Nm)

GFD707494Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY