Trooper LTD V6-3165cc 3.2L SOHC MFI (6VD1) (1997)
DETENT SPRING FREE LENGTH
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Use a vernier caliper to measure the detent spring free length.
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If the measured value is less than the specified limit, the detent spring must be replaced.
Detent spring free length:
Standard:
Detent ball: 23.4 mm (0.921 inch).
Interlock pin: 22.8 mm (0.898 inch).
Limit:
Detent ball: 15.9 mm (0.626 inch).
Interlock pin: 15.3 mm (0.602 inch).
DETENT SPRING TENSION
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Use a spring tester to measure the detent spring tension.
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If the measured value is less than the specified limit, the detent spring must be replaced.
Detent spring tension:
Compressed height:
Detent ball: 18.7 mm (0.736 inch).
Interlock pin: 11.5 mm (0.453 inch).
Standard:
Detent ball: 68.6 - 88.2 N (15.4- 19.8 lbs.)
Interlock pin: 9.8 N (2.2 lbs.).
SHIFT ARM
Inspect the shift arms for wear, distortion or scoring. Replace if these conditions are present.
SHIFT ARM THICKNESS
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Use a micrometer to measure the shift arm thickness.
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If the measured value is less than the specified limit, the shift arm must be replaced.
Shift arm thickness:
Standard: 9.60 - 9.85 mm (0.378 - 0.388 inch).
Limit: 9.0 mm (0.354 inch).
Assembly
1. Transfer case (with oil seal) Oil seal replacement (38).
Input shaft oil seal:
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Remove the oil seal from the transfer case.