Removal

1. SHIFTING REAR DIFF. LOCK POSITION

(a) Turn the ignition switch to the ON position.

(b) Shift the transfer shift lever to L position.

(c) Turn the differential lock control switch to the RR position and lock the rear differential.

HINT: While rotating the rear wheels, check they are in the differential lock condition.

(d) Disconnect the cable from the negative terminal of the battery.

2. REMOVE NO. 1 ACTUATOR PROTECTOR

Remove the nut, bolt and No. 1 actuator protector.

3. REMOVE NO. 2 ACTUATOR PROTECTOR

Remove the 2 nuts and No. 2 actuator protector.

4. DISCONNECT CONNECTORS AND TUBE

5. REMOVE REAR DIFF. LOCK POSITION SWITCH

6. REMOVE COVER

(a) Remove the 3 bolts.

(b) Using a brass bar and hammer, remove the cover.

7. REMOVE ACTUATOR

(a) Remove the shift fork set bolt. (b) Remove the 4 bolts.

(c) Using a screwdriver, pry out the actuator.