I suspect that the spinning of the front output shaft may play a critical role in oiling because I just checked the EPC and the part designation for the item I'm talking about is not "bushing" or "bearing" but rather, "cover, oil distribution"...Hmmm.... :^)<p>-Dave G.<br><p>
: I suspect that the spinning of the front output shaft may play a critical role in oiling because I just checked the EPC and the part designation for the item I'm talking about is not "bushing" or "bearing" but rather, "cover, oil distribution"...Hmmm.... :^)<p>: -Dave G.<br>Dear Dave you are correct on your assumption it is indeed an oil pump and feeds bearings and shafts in the box. If you drive or tow the vehicle with the front drive shaft removed you must put the transfer case in 4wd mode so the oil pump will turn or possible damage may occur.<br>Hope this helps Glenn.<p><br><p>