Dodge RAM 1500 1998 Owner's Manual page 2206

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TRANSFER CASE - NV243 (Continued)
(5) Install drive chain around mainshaft sprocket
(Fig. 69). Then position front sprocket over front
shaft.
(6) Raise mainshaft about 2.54 cm (one inch) and
seat front sprocket on front output shaft.
Fig. 69 Install Front Sprocket and Drive Chain
1 - FRONT DRIVE SPROCKET
2 - DRIVE CHAIN
3 - MAINSHAFT
(7) If mainshaft and mode sleeve were unseated
during chain installation, align and reseat mainshaft
in input gear and hub.
(8) Install front sprocket retaining ring (Fig. 70).
Fig. 70 Front Sprocket Retaining Ring Installation
1 - FRONT SPROCKET
2 - RETAINING RING
TRANSFER CASE - NV243
(9) Install spring and cup on shift rail (Fig. 71).
Fig. 71 Shift Rail Spring And Cup Installation
1 - CUP
2 - SPRING
(10) Insert magnet in front case pocket (Fig. 72).
Fig. 72 Case Magnet Installation
1 - MAGNET
2 - CASE POCKET
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