Without VTD

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Using the ST and a press, press in a new oil seal.
ST 498057300 INSTALLER
Press in the dust cover.
Install the transfer pipe to extension case.
CAUTION: Be careful not to bend the pipe.

See Figure .
Install the transfer clutch assembly to the case.
CAUTION: Be careful not to damage the seal rings.

NOTE: Insert the clutch assembly fully into position until the bearing shoulder bottoms.

Fig 1: Installing Transfer Clutch Assembly