Special Tools Required

Companion flange holder 07XAB-0020100

1. Remove the transfer cover (A).
   Fig 1: Removing The Transfer Cover

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2. Remove the transfer drive gear/shaft assembly (B), 25 mm thrust shim (C), and tapered roller bearing (D).
3. Cut the tab on the locknut using a chisel.
   Fig 2: Cutting The Tab On The Locknut Using A Chisel

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4. Secure the transfer housing in a bench vise with soft jaws. To prevent damage to the transfer housing, always use soft jaws or equivalent materials between the transfer housing and the vise.
5. Install the special tool on the companion flange, then loosen the locknut.
   Fig 3: Installing The Special Tool On The Companion Flange & Loosening The Locknut

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6. Remove the special tool.
7. Remove the locknut (A), conical spring washer (B), back-up ring (C), O-ring (D), and companion flange (E) from the transfer output shaft (hypoid gear) (F).
   Fig 4: Removing The Locknut, Conical Spring Washer, Back-Up Ring, O-Ring & Companion Flange From The Transfer Output Shaft (Hypoid Gear)

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8. Remove the transfer output shaft (hypoid gear) (A) from the transfer housing (B), then remove the transfer spacer (C) from the transfer output shaft (hypoid gear).
   Fig 5: Removing The Transfer Output Shaft (Hypoid Gear) From The Transfer Housing & Removing The Transfer Spacer From The Transfer Output Shaft (Hypoid Gear)

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9. Remove the oil seal (A) and tapered roller bearing (B) from the transfer housing (C).
   Fig 6: Removing The Oil Seal & Tapered Roller Bearing From The Transfer Housing

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