Power Transfer Unit
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Special Tool(s) / General Equipment
| Punch |
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| Copper Hammer |
- Remove the front subframe. Refer to: FRONT SUBFRAME .
- Remove the catalytic converter. Refer to: Catalytic Converter - AWD .
- Remove and discard the driveshaft to PTU bolts and retaining straps.
- Separate the driveshaft from the PTU flange.
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NOTE: Make sure that the component aligns with the installation mark.
Index-mark the driveshaft and PTU flange.
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NOTE: Do not remove driveshaft from the PTU flange by pulling on the driveshaft tube. Damage to the CV-joint can result.
Using general equipment, separate the driveshaft from the PTU flange.Use the General Equipment: PunchUse the General Equipment: Copper Hammer
- Position aside and support the driveshaft.
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- Drain the PTU. Refer to: Power Transfer Unit Draining and Filling .
- Remove the intermediate shaft. Refer to: Intermediate Shaft .
- Disconnect the PTU temperature sensor. Disconnect the actuator motor connectors and retainers.
- Disconnect and position aside the PTU vent hose.
- Remove the vent hose retainer.
- Remove the PTU support bracket bolts and the PTU support bracket.
- Remove the PTU bolts.
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NOTE: This is a tight fit, use care to not damage the transmission and PTU mating surfaces.
Remove the PTU bolts and the PTU.
- Remove and discard the PTU to transmission compression seal.
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NOTE: This step is only necessary when installing a new PTU or replacing a PTU seal.
Remove the PTU heat shield bolts and PTU heat shield.
Torque
: 10 Nm
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NOTE: This step is only necessary when installing a new PTU or replacing a PTU seal.
Remove the PTU temperature sensor harness bracket.