Case: Service and Repair

Transfer Case Vent





















Removal

NOTE: This procedure applies to vehicles equipped with manual transaxles.

1. Remove the Power Transfer Unit (PTU). For additional information, refer to Power Transfer Unit (PTU) in the Removal portion.

2. Using a slide hammer with a suitable 3 jaw puller attachment, remove the PTU (Power Transfer Unit) tube.

Installation

1. Inspect the condition of the PTU (Power Transfer Unit) vent hole.
- By hand, insert the new PTU (Power Transfer Unit) vent into the PTU (Power Transfer Unit) cover and measure the distance between the PTU (Power Transfer Unit) cover and the vent as indicated.

- If the measurement is less than specification, install a new PTU (Power Transfer Unit).






2. NOTICE: Do not apply silicone sealant to the Power Transfer Unit (PTU) vent hole as it may cause damage to the PTU (Power Transfer Unit) internal components.

Apply a bead of silicone gasket and sealant to the PTU (Power Transfer Unit) vent where indicated.






3. NOTE: Drive the PTU (Power Transfer Unit) vent in until the Vent Tube Installer bottoms out against the PTU (Power Transfer Unit) rear cover boss.
Using the Vent Tube Installer, install the PTU (Power Transfer Unit) vent.






4. Measure the depth of the PTU (Power Transfer Unit) vent.
- If the vent is too high, repeat Step 3.






5. NOTICE: Make sure the Power Transfer Unit (PTU) vent boot is correctly aligned or damage to the components may occur.

NOTE: Use a soapy water solution to lubricate the PTU (Power Transfer Unit) breather boot.
Install the PTU (Power Transfer Unit) vent boot.






6. Install the PTU (Power Transfer Unit). For additional information, refer to Power Transfer Unit (PTU) in the Installation portion.