Ford F150 Pickup. Instruction — part 1993

Fig. 131: Removing Transfer Case-To-Transmission Bolts
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

19. Lower the transfer case from the vehicle.

CAUTION: Carefully clean the gasket surfaces. Nicks and gouges cause fluid

leaks.

2003 Ford Pickup F150

2003 TRANSMISSIONS Transfer Case - F150 Pickup

Fig. 132: Removing Transfer Case-To-Transmission Gasket
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

20. Remove the transfer case-to-transmission gasket, and clean the mating surfaces.

TRANSFER CASE - 4R100 TRANSMISSION

Special Tool(s)

2003 Ford Pickup F150

2003 TRANSMISSIONS Transfer Case - F150 Pickup

Fig. 133: Identifying Special Tool(s)
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Removal

1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, raise and support the vehicle. For additional information, refer to

JACKING & HOISTING .

2003 Ford Pickup F150

2003 TRANSMISSIONS Transfer Case - F150 Pickup

Fig. 134: Locating Drain Plug
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

2. Remove the drain plug and drain the transfer case.

3. Remove the skid plate, if equipped.

4. Remove the rear driveshaft. For additional information, refer to DRIVESHAFT & UNIVERSAL

JOINTS .

5. Remove the two nuts and the front driveshaft shield.

NOTE:

Drain the transfer case if disassembly is required.

NOTE:

To maintain initial driveshaft balance, index-mark the rear driveshaft.

2003 Ford Pickup F150

2003 TRANSMISSIONS Transfer Case - F150 Pickup