Montego AWD V6-3.0L VIN 1 (2005)
8. CAUTION: Do not remove the retaining clip that holds the feed tube in place. This will cause the tube to fall into the case.
Remove and discard the seal on the feed tube and the gasket from the secondary cover.
Installation
1. NOTE: Make sure that the snap ring is on the feed tube prior to installing the cover.
Install a new O-ring seal on the feed tube and install a new secondary cover gasket.
2. Install a new square cut seal in the secondary cover.
3. Using new bolts, install the secondary cover. Tighten the bolts in 2 stages:
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Stage 1: Tighten bolts to 4 Nm (35 inch lbs.).
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Stage 2: Tighten bolts 90 degrees.