Jeep Grand Cherokee WK. Manual — part 1559

43. Install the thrust bearing (2) onto the output shaft

(1).

44. Install the thrust bearing support plate (2) onto the

output shaft (1).

45. Install the thrust bearing support plate retaining

ring (2) onto the output shaft (1).

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46. Install the clutch lever assembly (1) onto the

mainshaft and shift rail.

47. Apply bead of Mopar

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Gasket Maker, or equiva-

lent, to mating surface of front case. Keep sealer
bead width to maximum of 3/16 inch. Do not use
excessive amount of sealer as excess will be dis-
placed into case interior.

48. Install the rear housing (1) into the front housing

(2).

49. Install the bolts (2) to hold the rear housing (1) to

the front housing (3). Tighten the bolts to 25-28
N·m (18.5-20.5 ft.lbs.).

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50. Install the rear output shaft (1) retaining ring (2).

Lubricate the oil pump components with transmission
fluid before installation.

51. Install the oil pump outer rotor (2) onto the output

shaft (1) and into the rear housing (3).

52. Install the oil pump inner rotor (2) onto the output

shaft (1) and into the rear housing (3).

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53. Install the clutch lever rail (2) into the rear housing

(1) and clutch lever.

54. Install the clutch lever rail plug (1) into the rear

housing.

55. Install the anti-rotation bracket (1) onto the shift

rail (2).

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