Cherokee 4WD V6-173 2.8L VIN W 2-bbl (1985)
Transfer Case Actuator: Service and Repair
Axle Shift Motor Removal and Installation
Removal
Disconnect the shift motor link from the range lever. Remove and discard the lever grommet.
Remove the nut and bolt that attach the shift motor bracket to the transfer case and remove the bracket and motor as an assembly.
Slide the shift motor boot inside and remove the E-ring that retains the motor in the bracket. Remove the motor.
Installation
Position the motor in the bracket and install the E-ring.
Install the boot it removed.
Position the motor and bracket assembly on the transfer case and install the bracket attaching nut and bolt.
Install a replacement grommet in the range lever and connect the shift motor link to the transfer case range lever.