Explorer 4WD V6-4.0L VIN E (1999)
Extension Housing: Service and Repair
EXTENSION HOUSING GASKET
Removal
1. Disconnect the battery ground cable.
2. Raise and support the vehicle.
3. NOTE: To maintain initial driveshaft balance, mark the rear driveshaft yoke and axle flange so they may be installed in their original alignment.
Mark the rear driveshaft.
4. Remove the transfer case.
5. Remove the wire harness locators from the extension housing wire bracket.
6. Remove the transmission mount nuts.
7. Raise and support the transmission.
