Other information:
Removal
NOTE:
Left hand (LH) side shown, right hand (RH) side similar.
Remove the underbody shields.
Remove the front crossmember.
Refer to: Front Crossmember (501-27 Front End Sheet Metal Repairs, Removal and Installation).
Remove the fasteners and side member extension.
Installation
NOTE:
Left hand (LH) side shown, right hand ..
The AWD system consists of the following:
Power Transfer Unit (PTU)
Rear driveshaft
AWD control module
Rear axle with coupling device
The
Power Transfer Unit (PTU) is a gearbox that attaches to the
transmission. The PTU directs power to the rear driveshaft through a
helical gear spline coupled to the transmission differential case and
hypoid/helical ring gear assembl..