M35x AWD V6-3.5L (VQ35DE) (2007)
The new electric coupler does not have the temperature sensor shown in Figure 1.
The temperature sensor is not needed.
Reassemble the transfer case without the sensor.
NOTE:
The wire colors for the new coupler connector may be different than the old one.
The following do not need to be disassembled / replaced as part of the coupler replacement.
^ Front case (main shaft bearing, snap rings, main shaft oil seal, front oil seal, spacer)
^ AWD solenoid harness connector O-ring
^ Rear case (rear oil seal, snap ring, rear bearing, baffle plate)
^ Breather tube
NOTE:
Make sure to use Anaerobic Liquid Gasket to reseal (reassemble) the case.
^ Permatex(R) 51813 Anaerobic Gasket Maker or equivalent (Local Source).