Parking Pawl: Service and Repair
REMOVE1. Remove the transfer case.
2. Using a suitable tool, release the four bolts from inside the vehicle holding the transfer gear selector housing and adaptor bracket.
3. From underneath the vehicle, using a suitable tool, release the nine bolts holding the extension housing.
4. Remove the extension housing ensuring that the seal is not damaged and discard the gasket.
5. Remove the extension shaft and retaining bolt with O-ring, discard the O-ring.
6. Remove the governor assembly with parking wheel.
7. Remove guide plate bolt, using TX27 Torx bit.
8. Remove the plate and guide plate from the gearbox case.
9. Remove the pin, pawl and the spring.
NOTE: Take care when removing the assembly. Do not damage parts which could weaken spring tension.
10. Inspect all parts for wear or damage and replace if necessary.
REFIT
1. Fit the pin and the leg spring ensuring that the spring is located correctly.
2. Fit the pawl onto the pin and the spring leg into the hole in the pawl. This creates tension in the spring.
3. Fit the plate and guide plate using TX27 Torx bit.
4. Refit the governor assembly with parking wheel onto the output shaft and push the assembly till fully seated.
NOTE: To avoid damage to O-ring use a light grease or Petroleum jelly. Ensure the seal rings are snapped together and are seated correctly.
5. Fit new gasket onto rear of gearbox and fit the extension housing, taking care not to damage the seal or assembly.
6. Fit the extension shaft and retaining bolt using a new O-ring.
7. Secure the extension housing using the nine bolts to 23 Nm (17 ft lb).
8. From inside the vehicle refit the four bolts which retain the transfer gear selector housing and adaptor bracket.
9. Secure the four bolts to 77-90 Nm (55-65 ft lb).
10. Refit the transfer case.