Should the transmission/transfer case assembly be removed before separating them for the 2004 Toyota 4Runner?

According to the manufacturer, it is advised that the transmission/transfer case assembly be first removed before they are separated from each other though in some vehicles, the transfer case may be removed with the transmission still connected to the engine. Should the decision be made to retain the transmission then, proper support and lowering methods must be implemented. This should be done by first lifting the vehicle on the jackstands after which the lubricant in the transfer case should be drained. Subsequently, take off the front and rear driveshafts, and then the transfer case breather hose situated on top of the transmission. If required use the scissors to cut off any interfering exhaust pipes. Disconnect all electrical plugs for the vehicle speed sensor and the transfer case position switches before removing the transmission/transfer case assembly. Remove the nuts for the transfer case bolts to the transfer case adapter and an assistant should hold the transfer case pulling it upward from the back of the transmission. Reinstallation occurs in the opposite sequence of the removal process, guaranteeing the transfer case-to-transfer adapter bolts' tightness according to the provided torque. Last, have the vehicle filled with the correct transfer case fluid, take the vehicle for a test drive and check to see whether there is any fluid leakage.

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2004 Toyota 4Runner Case, Transfer, Rear
Part Number: 36112-35090
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- Position: Rear
- Part Name Code: 36112
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- Item Dimensions: 27.0 x 22.4 x 21.6 inches
- Condition: New
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Fits the following 2004 Toyota 4Runner Submodels:
- Limited, SR5 | 4 Cyl 2.7L, 6 Cyl 4.0L, 8 Cyl 4.7L | 1GRFE, 2TRFE, 2UZFE; GRN210L-GKAGKA, GRN210L-GKAZKA, GRN210L-GKPGKA, GRN210L-GKPZKA, GRN215L-GKAGKA, GRN215L-GKAZKA, GRN215L-GKPGKA, GRN215L-GKPZKA, GRN280L-GKAGKA, GRN285L-GKAGKA, TRN280L-GKPGKA, TRN285L-GKPGKA, UZN210L-GKAGKA, UZN210L-GKAZKA, UZN215L-GKAGKA, UZN215L-GKAZKA
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Q:
Should the transmission/transfer case assembly be removed before separating them for the 2004 Toyota 4Runner?
Posted by Chrissy S.
A:
According to the manufacturer, it is advised that the transmission/transfer case assembly be first removed before they are separated from each other though in some vehicles, the transfer case may be removed with the transmission still connected to the engine. Should the decision be made to retain the transmission then, proper support and lowering methods must be implemented. This should be done by first lifting the vehicle on the jackstands after which the lubricant in the transfer case should be drained. Subsequently, take off the front and rear driveshafts, and then the transfer case breather hose situated on top of the transmission. If required use the scissors to cut off any interfering exhaust pipes. Disconnect all electrical plugs for the vehicle speed sensor and the transfer case position switches before removing the transmission/transfer case assembly. Remove the nuts for the transfer case bolts to the transfer case adapter and an assistant should hold the transfer case pulling it upward from the back of the transmission. Reinstallation occurs in the opposite sequence of the removal process, guaranteeing the transfer case-to-transfer adapter bolts' tightness according to the provided torque. Last, have the vehicle filled with the correct transfer case fluid, take the vehicle for a test drive and check to see whether there is any fluid leakage.
Answered by Toyota Parts Specialist Jerry / Jun 16, 2025