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DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - TRANSFER CASE - NV273
DIAGNOSIS CHART
Condition Possible Cause Correction
Transfer case difficult to shift or will
not shift into desired range.1) Transfer case electronically
controlled shift system malfunction.1) Verify proper operation per the
appropriate diagnostic manual.
2) If vehicle was operated for an
extended period in 4HI mode on dry
surface, driveline torque load may
cause difficulty.2) Drive the vehicle in a straight line
and momentarily release the
accelerator. The transfer case can
then be shifted to the desired mode.
3) Insufficient or incorrect lubricant. 3) Drain and refill transfer casewith
the correct quantity of Mopar
AT F
+4, Automatic Transmission Fluid.
4) Internal transfer case
components binding, worn, or
damaged.4) Repair or replace components as
necessary.
Transfer case noisy in all drive
modes.1) Insufficient or incorrect lubricant. 1) Drain and refill transfer casewith
the correct quantity of Mopar
AT F
+4, type 9602, Automatic
Transmission Fluid.
2) Internal transfer case
components binding, worn, or
damaged.2) Repair or replace components as
necessary.
Transfer case noisy while in, or
jumps out of, 4LO mode.1) Transfer case not completely
engaged in 4LO position.1) While rolling 2-3 MPH and the
transmission in NEUTRAL, or clutch
depressed on vehicles equipped
with a manual transmission, shift
transfer case to the 2WD or 4HI
position, and then back into the 4LO
position.
2) Range fork damaged, inserts
worn, or fork is binding on the shift
rail.2) Repair or replace components as
necessary.
3) Low range gear worn or
damaged.3) Repair or replace components as
necessary.
Lubricant leaking from transfer case
seals or vent.1) Transfer case overfilled. 1) Drain lubricant to the correct
level.
2) Transfer case vent closed or
restricted.2) Clean or replace vent as
necessary.
3) Transfer case seals damaged or
installed incorrectly.3) Replace suspect seal.
Abnormal tire wear. 1) Extended operation in 4HI mode
on dry surfaces,1) Operate vehicle in 2WD mode on
dry surfaces.
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18. Install the rear output shaft bearing into the rear
case (1) using Seal Installer 8152 (3) and Univer-
sal Handle C-4171 (2).
19. Install the rear output shaft bearing snap-ring into
the rear case half.
INPUT AND PLANETARY GEAR
1. Lubricate gears and thrust washers with recom-
mended transmission fluid.
2. Install bottom thrust washer (2) in low range gear
planetary (1). Be sure washer tabs are properly
aligned in gear notches.
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SHIFT FORKS AND MAINSHAFT
1. Lubricate mainshaft splines with recommended
transmission fluid.
2. Coat the interior of the drive sprocket hub with
ATF+4 and install the drive sprocket drive hub (2)
onto the mainshaft (1).
3. Install the mode hub (2) onto the mainshaft (1).
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4. Install the mode hub (2) retaining ring (3) onto the
mainshaft (1).
5. Install the clutch gear (2) onto the output shaft (1).
Verify that the pointed ends of the clutch gear teeth
are pointing to the front of the mainshaft.
6. Lubricate sector shaft with transmission fluid and
install shift sector (1) in case. Position slot in sector
so it will be aligned with shift fork pin when shift
forks are installed.
7. Apply Loctite™ 242, or equivalent, to the threads of
the sector support to replenish the factory applied
patch. Install the shift sector support. Tighten the
sector support with Socket 9033 to 27-34 Nꞏm
(20-25 ft.lbs.).
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6. Install the extension housing dust boot and seal
assembly with Seal Installer 9037 (3) and Universal
Handle C-4171 (2).
7. Install the front companion flange onto the front
output shaft.
8. Install two bolts 180° apart into the front output
shaft companion flange.
9. Place holder (1) over the bolts (2) and against the
companion flange.
10. Install a new front companion flange nut. Tighten
the companion flange nut to 176-271 Nꞏm
(130-200 ft.lbs.).
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.
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FLUID
STANDARD PROCEDURE - FLUID DRAIN AND REFILL
The fill (1) and drain (2) plugs are both in the rear
case.
1. Raise vehicle.
2. Position drain pan under transfer case.
NOTE: It may be necessary to remove the exhaust
y-pipe at the exhaust manifold to properly access
the fill and drain plugs. Lowering the exhaust will
allow the plugs to be accessed for torquing during
installation. (Refer to 11 - EXHAUST SYSTEM/EX-
HAUST PIPE - REMOVAL)
3. Remove drain and fill plugs and drain lubricant
completely.
4. Install drain plug. Tighten plug to 41-54 Nꞏm (30-40
ft. lbs.).
5. Remove drain pan.
6. Fill transfer case to bottom edge of fill plug opening
with Mopar
ATF +4, Automatic Transmission fluid.
7. Install and tighten fill plug to 41-54 Nꞏm (30-40 ft. lbs.).
8. Install the exhaust y-pipe to the exhaust manifold, if removed. (Refer to 11 - EXHAUST SYSTEM/EXHAUST
PIPE - INSTALLATION)
9. Wipe any excess fluid that may have spilled onto the exhaust.
10. Lower vehicle.