How do you remove the transfer case on a Ford Ranger?

How do you remove the transfer case on a Ford Ranger?

Follow the front drive shaft from the transfer case to the front axle assembly. Remove the four bolts that secure the front drive shaft to the axle assembly, using a socket wrench and socket; turn the bolts counter-clockwise to remove them. Set the bolts aside on a clean rag or towel.

How to remove a transfer case from a TJ?

This is how I removed the transfer case np231 out of my 2003 Jeep tj with a automatic transmission. If your bolts aren’t too seized from the elements of the seasons your transfer case should come off pretty easy. there is 4 bolts for the transmission mount, 6 for the transfer case a shifter linkage and electrical connection.

Where is the transfer case on a 4WD car?

As previously mentioned, the transfer case is found on vehicles with AWD or 4WD capability and is integral in allowing drivers to switch to these modes of operation. A typical 4WD transfer case is found at the rear of the transmission. It is powered by the transmission output shaft and operates much like a secondary transmission.

Can a bad transmission be a transfer case?

The transfer case is a part of your vehicle’s drivetrain, as is the transmission—and they both have their respective functions. Despite this, the symptoms of transmission failure can mimic those of a bad transfer case. This can sometimes result in confusion for vehicle owners who are attempting to fix their car themselves.

What kind of shift case did Ford Ranger have?

(Ford Ranger transfer case electronic shift module) Ford still offered the manual transfer case as well as the electronic shift transfer case. The automatic shift transfer cases aren’t as common in the 1986-1988 Ford Ranger as the manual shift transfer cases.

Where is the transmission Jack on a Ford Ranger?

Place a transmission jack under the transfer case assembly and raise the transmission jack until the transfer case assembly is supported by the transmission jack. Locate the extension housing between the transfer case and transmission (this is where the transfer case is connected to the transmission output shaft).

When was the last year Ford Ranger had a manual transmission?

1997 was the last year that a manual transfer case was available in a base model Ford Ranger. Ford re-introduced a manual transfer case in the 2002-2003 FX4 level II equipped Ford Ranger, and only came with the manual transmission.