Attention.
- Performing the following procedure without first removing the front wheel ABS sensor may result in an accidental open circuit in the wiring harness. Before performing the following procedures, disconnect the front ABS wheel sensor harness (from the side of the drive shaft) and fix the wiring in a suitable place where it will not be erroneously touched when servicing the vehicle.
- Secure the steering wheel with electrical tape or wire to prevent the steering shaft from turning after it has been released. If the steering wheel is rotated after the steering shaft is disconnected from the steering gear, the internal parts of the contact disk may be damaged.
1. Disconnect the negative battery terminal.
2. Remove cardan shaft.
3. Remove the front subframe assembly.
4. Versions with petrol engines: remove the exhaust manifold with three-way catalytic converter.
5. Remove the right front drive shaft.
6. Versions with diesel engine: remove the turbocharger bracket.
7. Remove heat shield.
Transfer box C66MX-R
Transfer box D66MX-R
Transfer box FW6AX-EL
Transfer box GW6AX-EL
7. To turn away fastening bolts and to remove a distributing box from the car.
1. Transfer case bracket.
2. Transfer case.
8. Installation is made in an order, the return to removal.
Note: The transfer box bracket bolts must be tightened in sequence B, A and C to 38-52 Nm.
9. Warm up the engine and gearbox, then check for oil leaks and transfer case operation.