Land Rover Defender: Transfer Case - Installation
INSTALLATION
SPECIAL TOOL(S)
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303-1069
Adapter, Wrench
PART(S)
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NOTES:
- This procedure contains some variation in the illustrations depending on the vehicle specification, but the essential information is always correct.
- This procedure contains illustrations showing certain components removed to provide extra clarity.
- Steps 1 to 3 are only required if the components were previously removed.
1.
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- Install the sensor.
- Install and tighten the 2 bolts.
Torque: 5Nm
2.
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- Install the transfer case Noise, Vibration and Harshness (NVH) damper.
- Install and tighten the bolt.
Torque: 72Nm
3.
NOTE: This step is only required if the existing transfer case is to be used.
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Install a new O-ring seal.
Renew Part: Transfer case connecting sleeve O-ring seal kit Quantity: 1.
4.
WARNING: This step requires the aid of another technician.
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- Install the transfer case.
- Use the special tool to install and tighten the 8 bolts.
Special Tool(s): 303-1069.
Torque: 40Nm
5.
CAUTION: To prevent water ingress and subsequent transmission damage, make sure that the breather is fully installed into the transmission casing. The white line around the circumference of the pipe should not be visible when correctly installed.
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- Install the breather pipe.
- Install the clip.
6.
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- Install and tighten the 2 bolts.
Torque: 24Nm
- Connect the 2 electrical connectors.
- Install the wiring harness clip.
7.
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- Install the heatshield.
- Install and tighten the 2 bolts.
Torque: 8Nm
8.
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- Install the exhaust NVH damper.
- Install and tighten the 4 bolts.
Torque: 60Nm
9.
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- Install the transfer case ground cable.
- Install and tighten the bolt.
Torque: 24Nm
10. Install the rear driveshaft.
11. Install the transmission support crossmember.
12. Fill the transfer case.
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Four-Wheel Drive Systems
SPECIFICATIONS
Torque Specifications
NOTE:
Numbers with a green background are a single use component.
COMPONENT TORQUE LOCATION
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING
PRINCIPLES OF OPERATION
For a detailed descript
Driver Assistance Systems
PARKING AID
DRIVER ASSISTANCE DOMAIN CONTROLLER
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
GENERAL EQUIPMENT
REMOVAL
NOTES:
This procedure contains some variation in the illustrations depending
on the vehicle spec
SEE MORE:
Obtaining warranty repairs
HOW TO OBTAIN WARRANTY REPAIRS
Refer to the following guidelines in order
to obtain a warranty repair:
New vehicle limited warranty, and
corrosion protection limited warranty
To obtain repairs, replacements, service
adjustments or wear parts replacement
under your limited warranty, you must
present
Rear towing eye
The screw-in type rear recovery eyes are
designed for on-road recovery only. If
the screw-in type towing eyes are used
for any other purpose, it may result in
vehicle damage and can cause serious
injury or death.
Use extreme caution when moving or
towing the vehicle. Death or serious
injury may oc
