For 1990-2009 cars only
Removal Procedure
- Raise the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
- Remove the front differential carrier shield, if equipped. Refer to Shield Replacement .
- Disconnect the electrical harness from the four-wheel drive indicator switch.
- Remove the four-wheel drive indicator switch.
Installation Procedure
- Install the four-wheel drive indicator switch.
- Install the electrical harness from the four-wheel drive indicator switch.
- Install the front differential carrier shield, if equipped. Refer to Shield Replacement .
- Lower the vehicle.
Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.
Tighten
Tighten the four-wheel drive indicator switch to 5 N·m
(44 lb in).
