Dodge RAM TRUCK 1500 1995 Service Manual page 1573

21 • 292 NP231 HD/NP241/NP241 HD TRANSFER CASE
b-IAINSHAFT DISASSEMBLY
(I) Remove retaining ring that secures synchro
hub on mainshaft (Fig. 48). Use standard (instead of
parallel jaw) snap ring pliers to remove this retain­
ing ring.
Fig. 48 Synchro Huh Retaining Ring Removal
(2) Remove synchro hub (Fig. 49).
Fig. 49 Synchro Hub Removal
(3) Inspect synchro hub struts and springs. If
struts appear worn, remove struts and springs from
hub. Note position of springs for installation refer­
ence (Fig. 50).
(4) Remove brass stop ring (Fig. 51). Discard stop
ring if worn, cracked, or any teeth are missing.
(5) Remove drive sprocket (Fig. 52). Note that
sprocket does not have needle bearings like prior
transfer case models.
FRONT/REAR CASE BEARING AND SEAL
REMOVAL
(1) Remove front output shaft oil seal with pry tool
(Fig. 53).
Fig. 51 Synchro Stop Ring Removal
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Fig. 52 Drive Sprocket Removal
(2) Inspect front output bearing condition. If bear­
ing is in good condition, do not remove it from case.
But if bearing is rough, noisy, or exhibits wear, re­
move it as follows: