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Cause

Correction

DEFINITION: A faulty internal transfer case component that causes a grating noise in the transfer case, while in the AWD, 4HI or 4LO mode.

Review the Symptoms - Transfer Case and perform the necessary inspections.

Broken apply plate

Inspect for a broken apply plate. Refer to Transfer Case Disassemble and Transfer Case Assemble in Transfer Case - NVG 226-NP8 Unit Repair.

Faulty clutch pressure plate bearing

    • Inspect for a faulty clutch pressure plate bearing. Refer to Transfer Case Disassemble and Transfer Case Assemble in Transfer Case - NVG 226-NP8 Unit Repair.
    • Condition the transfer case components that are damaged from debris. Refer to Transfer Case Disassemble and Transfer Case Assemble in Transfer Case - NVG 226-NP8 Unit Repair.