1. REMOVE ENGINE AND TRANSAXLE
HINT: (See page EM-26)
2. REMOVE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WITH TRANSFER
HINT: (See page AX-164)
3. REMOVE NO. 1 TRANSFER CASE PLUG

(a) Remove the No. 1 transfer case plug.
(b) Remove the No. 1 gasket from the transfer case No.
1 plug.
4. REMOVE NO. 2 TRANSFER CASE PLUG
(a) Remove the No. 2 transfer case plug.
(b) Remove the No. 2 gasket from the No. 2 transfer case plug.
5. REMOVE TRANSFER DRAIN PLUG
(a) Remove the transfer drain plug and bleed the oil.
(b) Remove the drain gasket from the transfer drain plug.
6. REMOVE TRANSFER ASSEMBLY

(a) Remove the 2 bolts and 6 bolts.
(b) Using a plastic hammer, remove the transfer assembly from the transaxle assembly.
NOTICE:
Transfer assembly
InstallationSystem check
HINT:
Performing a SYSTEM CHECK enables the system,
which consists of the multiple actuators, to be operated
without removing any parts. In addition, it can show
whether or not any DTCs are set, and can detect
potential malfunctions in the system. The SYSTEM
CHECK can be performed with an inte ...
Capacity and distribution
Cargo capacity depends on the total weight of the occupants.
(Cargo capacity) = (Total load capacity) - (Total weight of occupants)
Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit
Locate the statement “The combined weight of occupants and
cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs.� on your ...
On-vehicle inspection
1. CHECK RADIATOR RESERVOIR CAP SUBASSEMBLY
a) Measure the valve opening pressure.
(1) If there are water stains or foreign matter on
rubber packings 1, 2 or 3, clean the part(s) with
water and finger scouring.
(2) Check that rubber packings 1, 2 and 3 are not
deformed, cracked or swol ...