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REAR EXTENSION
1. Install new seal in rear extension housing seal with
Installer D-163 and Universal Handle C-4171..
2. Apply bead of Mopar
Gasket Maker, or equivalent,
to mating surface of rear extension housing. Keep
sealer bead width to maximum of 3/16 inch. Do not
use excessive amount of sealer as excess could
be displaced into output bearing.
3. Align and install rear extension (1) on the transfer
case (2).
4. Apply Mopar
Silicone Sealer to threads of rear
extension housing bolts. Then install and tighten
bolts to 16-24 Nꞏm (12-18 ft. lbs.) torque.
INSTALLATION
1. Mount transfer case on a transmission jack.
2. Secure transfer case to jack with chains.
3. Position transfer case under vehicle.
4. Align transfer case and transmission shafts and install transfer case onto the transmission.
5. Install and tighten transfer case attaching nuts to 27-34 Nꞏm (20-25 ft.lbs.) torque.
6. Connect the vent hose.
7. Connect the shift motor and mode sensor wiring connectors. Secure wire harness to clips on transfer case.
8. Align and connect the propeller shafts. (Refer to 3 - DIFFERENTIAL & DRIVELINE/PROPELLER SHAFT/FRONT
PROPELLER SHAFT - INSTALLATION) (Refer to 3 - DIFFERENTIAL & DRIVELINE/PROPELLER SHAFT/REAR
PROPELLER SHAFT - INSTALLATION)
9. Fill transfer case with correct fluid. (Refer to 21 - TRANSMISSION/TRANSFER CASE/FLUID - STANDARD PRO-
CEDURE)
10. Install skid plate, if equipped.
11. Remove transmission jack and support stand.
12. Lower vehicle and verify transfer case shift operation.
SPECIFICATIONS
TRANSFER CASE - NV243
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
DESCRIPTION N-m Ft. Lbs. In. Lbs.
Plug, Detent 16-24 12-18 -
Plug, Drain/Fill 20-34 15-25 -
Bolt, Extension Housing 16-24 12-18 -
Bolt, Case Half 20-27 15-24 -
Screw, Oil Pump 12-16 8-12 -
Nuts, Mounting 30-41 20-30 -
Bolts, Shift Motor and
Mode Sensor Assembly16-24 12-18 -
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5. Using a suitable pry tool (2), remove the slinger (1)
from the output shaft using care not to damage the
shaft.
6. Using a screw and a slide hammer, remove the
front output shaft seal.
INSTALLATION
1. Install the new front output shaft seal with Seal Installer MB991168A.
2. Install the front output shaft seal slinger with Oil Slinger Installer 8840. Install the slinger onto the shaft until the
tool contacts the rear of the output shaft.
3. Install a new seal boot clamp onto the seal boot.
4. Install the seal boot and clamp onto the slinger hub and tighten the clampwith Crimp Tool C-4975-A.
5. Install front propeller shaft (Refer to 3 - DIFFERENTIAL & DRIVELINE/PROPELLER SHAFT/PROPELLER
SHAFT - INSTALLATION).
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OIL PUMP AND REAR CASE
1. Remove rear case (1) -to-front case (2) bolts (3).
2. Loosen rear case (1) with pry tool to break sealer
bead. Insert tool in slot (3) at each end of case.
3. Unseat rear case from alignment dowels.
CAUTION: Do not remove the bolts holding the oil
pump cover to the rear case half. The oil pump
cover is aligned to the rear output shaft inner
bearing race and will become mis-aligned if the
bolts are loosened. If the transfer case failure has
generated any debris which may have become
trapped in the oil pump. the rear case and oil
pump assembly MUST be replaced.
4. Remove rear case (1) and oil pump assembly from
front case (2).
5. Remove the oil pump pickup tube.
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4. Remove input gear (1).
5. Remove rear tabbed thrust washer (2) from low
range gear (1).
CLEANING
Clean the transfer case parts with a standard parts cleaning solvent. Remove all traces of sealer from the cases
and retainers with a scraper and 3M™ all purpose cleaner. Use compressed air to remove solvent residue from oil
feed passages in the case halves, retainers, gears, and shafts.
INSPECTION
MAINSHAFT/SPROCKET/HUB INSPECTION
Inspect the splines on the hub and shaft and the teeth on the sprocket. Minornicks and scratches can be smoothed
with an oilstone. However, replace any part that is damaged.
Check the contact surfaces in the sprocket bore and on the mainshaft. Minornicks and scratches can be smoothed
with 320-400 grit emery cloth but do not try to salvage the shaft if nicks or wear is severe.
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INPUT GEAR AND PLANETARY CARRIER
Check the teeth on the gear. Minor nicks can be dressed off with an oilstone but replace the gear if any teeth are
broken, cracked, or chipped. The bearing surface on the gear can be smoothed with 300-400 grit emery cloth if
necessary.
Examine the carrier body and pinion gears for wear or damage. The carrier will have to be replaced as an assembly
if the body, pinion pins, or pinion gears are damaged.
Check the lock ring and both thrust washers for wear or cracks. Replace themif necessary. Also replace the lock
retaining ring if bent, distorted, or broken.
SHIFT FORKS/HUBS/SLEEVES
Check condition of the shift forks and mode fork shift rail. Minor nicks on the shift rail can be smoothed with 320-
400 grit emery cloth.
Inspect the shift fork wear pads (3, 4). The mode (2)
and range (1) fork pads are serviceable and can be
replaced if necessary.
Check both of the sleeves for wear or damage, espe-
cially on the interior teeth. Replace the sleeves if wear
or damage is evident.
Input Gear and Carrier Components
1 - PLANETARY CARRIER 4 - CARRIER LOCK RING
2 - REAR THRUST WASHER 5 - CARRIER LOCK RETAINING RING
3 - FRONT THRUST WASHER 6 - INPUT GEAR
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REAR EXTENSION HOUSING
Inspect the extension housing seal and bushing. Replace both components if either show any sign of wear or dam-
age.
FRONT OUTPUT SHAFT AND DRIVE CHAIN
Inspect the shaft splines and bearing surfaces. Minor nicks on the splinescanbesmoothedwithanoilstone.Use
320-400 grit emery to smooth minor scratches on the shaft bearing surfaces. Replace the shaft if the bearing sur-
faces are scored or if any of the splines are cracked or broken.
Examine the drive chain and shaft bearings. Replace the chain and both sprockets if the chain is stretched, dis-
torted, or if any of the links bind. Replace the bearings if rough, or noisy.
LOW RANGE ANNULUS GEAR
Inspect annulus gear (2) condition carefully. The gear
is only serviced as part of the front case (1). If the
gear is damaged, it will be necessary to replace the
gear and front case as an assembly. Do not attempt to
remove the gear.
FRONT AND REAR CASES
Inspect the cases for wear and damage.
Check case condition. If leaks were a problem, look for gouges and severe scoring of case sealing surfaces. Also
make sure the front case mounting studs are in good condition.
Check the front case mounting studs and vent tube. The tube can be secured with Loctite™ 271 or 680 if loose.
Thestudthreadscanbecleanedupwithadieifnecessary.Alsocheckcondition of the fill/drain plug threads in the
rear case. The threads can be repaired with a thread chaser or tap if necessary. Or the threads can be repaired with
Helicoil
stainless steel inserts if required.
OIL PUMP/OIL PICKUP
Examine the oil pump pickup parts. Replace the pump if any part appears to beworn or damaged. Do not disas-
semble the pump as individual parts are not available. The pump is only available as a complete assembly. The
pickup screen, hose, and tube are the only serviceable parts and are available separately.
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14. Insert magnet (1) in front case pocket (2).
OIL PUMP AND REAR CASE
Lubricate the oil pump components with transmission
fluid before installation. Prime the oil pickup tube by
pouring a little oil into the tube before installation.
CAUTION: Do not remove the bolts holding the oil
pump cover to the rear case half. The oil pump
cover is aligned to the rear output shaft inner
bearing race and will become mis-aligned if the
bolts are loosened. If the transfer case failure has
generated any debris which may have become
trapped in the oil pump. the rear case and oil
pump assembly MUST be replaced.
1. Install new o-ring in pickup tube inlet of oil pump, if
necessary.
2. Insert oil pickup tube into the oil pump.
3. Apply bead of Mopar
Gasket Maker, or equivalent,
to mating surface of front case. Keep sealer bead width to maximum of 3/16 inch. Do not use excessive amount
of sealer as excess will be displaced into case interior.
4. Align oil pump with mainshaft and align shift rail with bore in rear case.Then install rear case and oil pump
assembly (1).
5. Install rear output bearing snap-ring (3) to output
shaft (1).
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REAR EXTENSION
1. Install new seal in rear extension housing seal with
Seal Installer D-163 and Universal Handle C-4171.
Verify that the weep hole in the rubber is oriented
downward.
2. Apply bead of Mopar
Gasket Maker, or equivalent,
to mating surface of rear extension housing. Keep
sealer bead width to maximum of 3/16 inch. Do not
use excessive amount of sealer as excess could
be displaced into output bearing.
3. Align and install rear extension (1) on the transfer
case (2).
4. Apply Mopar
Silicone Sealer to threads of rear
extension housing bolts. Then install and tighten
bolts to 16-24 Nꞏm (12-18 ft. lbs.) torque.
INSTALLATION
1. Mount transfer case on a transmission jack.
2. Secure transfer case to jack with chains.
3. Position transfer case under vehicle.
4. Align transfer case and transmission shafts and install transfer case onto the transmission.
5. Install and tighten transfer case attaching nuts to 27-34 Nꞏm (20-25 ft.lbs.) torque.
6. Connect the vent hose.
7. Connect the shift motor and mode sensor wiring connectors. Secure wire harness to clips on transfer case.
8. Align and connect the propeller shafts. (Refer to 3 - DIFFERENTIAL & DRIVELINE/PROPELLER SHAFT/FRONT
PROPELLER SHAFT - INSTALLATION) (Refer to 3 - DIFFERENTIAL & DRIVELINE/PROPELLER SHAFT/REAR
PROPELLER SHAFT - INSTALLATION)
9. Fill transfer case with correct fluid. (Refer to 21 - TRANSMISSION/TRANSFER CASE/FLUID - STANDARD PRO-
CEDURE)
10. Install skid plate, if equipped.
11. Remove transmission jack and support stand.
12. Lower vehicle and verify transfer case shift operation.
SPECIFICATIONS
TRANSFER CASE - NV244 GENII
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
DESCRIPTION N-m Ft. Lbs. In. Lbs.
Plug, Detent 16-24 12-18 -
Plug, Drain/Fill 20-34 15-25 -
Bolt, Extension Housing 16-24 12-18 -
Bolt, Case Half 25-28 18-21 -
Screw, Oil Pump 14-19 10-14 -
Nuts, Mounting 30-41 20-30 -
Bolts, Shift Motor and
Mode Sensor Assembly16-24 12-18 -