Ford Explorer: Four-Wheel Drive Systems / Removal and Installation - Transfer Case Clutch Actuator

Materials

Removal

NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.

1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
   Refer to: Jacking and Lifting - Overview (100-02 Jacking and Lifting, Description and Operation).
   

1. Remove the transfer case heat shield (if equipped).
   

1. Disconnect the harness connector.
   

1. Remove the mounting bolts and the transfer case clutch actuator.
   

1. NOTE: This step is not necessary when installing a new component.

   Remove and discard the transfer case clutch actuator O-ring seal.
   

Installation

1. NOTE: This step is not necessary when installing a new transfer case clutch actuator.

   NOTE: Lubricate the "O" ring surface with oil before installing.

   Insert the "O"-ring seal on the transfer case clutch actuator.
   Material: Motorcraft® MERCON® LV Automatic Transmission Fluid / XT-10-QLVC (WSS-M2C938-A) (MERCON® LV, )

1. Install the transfer case clutch actuator and bolts.
   Torque: 89 lb.in (10 Nm)

1. Connect the harness connector.
   

1. Install the transfer case heat shield (if equipped).
   Torque: 21 lb.ft (28 Nm)