Transfer Gear Outer Bearing: Installation
NOTE:
Clean the transfer gear with suitable solvent and blow it dry with 344 kPa (50psi) regulated shop air.
- Place the transfer gear on a stable, clean work surface.
- Place the NEW transfer gear bearing (3) on the transfer gear (4).
- Using a suitable hammer (1) and tool (special tool #6052A, Installer, Bearing/Seal) (2), drive the transfer gear bearing (3) onto the transfer gear (4).
- Install the transfer gear (1) into the transmission housing.
- Install the output gear support (1) into the pinion gear carrier 4 (2).
- Install the E-clutch assembly and shaft (1) into the output gear support (2).
- Install the thrust bearing (1) on the E-clutch (2) assembly.NOTE:
Before installing the E-clutch, use a suitable screwdriver to align the grooves in the friction discs.
- Wriggle the E-clutch (1) until all of the friction discs are fully engaged on the E-clutch hub and shaft.NOTE:
When the E-clutch (1) is fully seated the gap (2) will be very small between the E-clutch retainer and the output gear support.
NOTE:If a new differential (1) or transmission housing are being used, measurements must be preformed to determine correct thickness for the bearing preload shims. If the bearings and races are replaced the factory installed preload shims do not require replacement. Refer to STANDARD PROCEDURES .
- If necessary, replace the bearings and races on the differential (1).
- Install the differential assembly (1) into the transmission housing.
- Install the bellhousing. Refer to BELLHOUSING, REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .
- Install the transmission in the vehicle. Refer to REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .






