Escape 4WD V6-3.0L VIN 1 (2005)
2. NOTE: Press the transfer case RH halfshaft dust shield firmly to snap it into position.
Install the transfer case RH halfshaft dust shield.
3. NOTE: Clean the intermediate shaft before assembly. Use 600 grit sandpaper on the seal journals and wipe them dry.
Install the front drive axle intermediate shaft.
4. Install the transfer case heat shield and the 3 transfer case heat shield bolts.
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Tighten to 14 Nm (10 ft. lbs.).
5. Install the exhaust system crossover pipe.
6. Check the transfer case fluid level.
7. Check the transaxle fluid level.
