Removal and Installation: Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Nissan Xterra. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Install the new O-ring to the transfer control device.
CAUTION:
- Do not reuse O-ring.
- Apply petroleum jelly to O-ring.
Fig 1: Identifying Transfer Control Device O Ring
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Install the transfer control device.
1. Turn the control shift rod fully counterclockwise using suitable tool, and then put a mark on the control shift rod.
  
  Fig 2: Identifying Mark On Control Shift Rod
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2. Align the transfer control device shaft cutout with the mark on the control shift rod, and install.
  NOTE: Turn the transfer control device when the transfer control device connection does not match.
  
  Fig 3: Aligning Transfer Control Device Shaft Cutout With Mark On Control Shift Rod
  Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
3. Tighten the bolts to the specified torque. Refer to "COMPONENTS ".
Install the breather hose to the transfer control device.
Connect the transfer control device connector.
After the installation, check the 4WD shift indicator pattern. If NG, adjust the position between the transfer assembly and transfer control unit. Refer to "PRECAUTIONS FOR TRANSFER ASSEMBLY AND TRANSFER CONTROL UNIT REPLACEMENT ".

Fig 4: Identifying Transfer Control Device

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