What is a 246 transfer case?

This transfer case is one of the so-called “automatic transfer cases,” or “active transfer cases.” This description results from the fact that the 246 has an “automatic 4WD function,” a 2WD position, a 4WD High function, neutral and 4WD Low position.

How do I identify a new process transfer case?

New Process/New Venture transfer cases are easy to identify. Early models have a rectangular ID plate screwed to the back of the case; newer ones have a round red/silver/black tag on their backsides. BorgWarner models have an assembly tag secured by one of the housing’s bolts.

What does RPO code stand for?

Regular Production Option
A Regular Production Option (RPO) is a General Motors standard coding for vehicle configuration options and began in 1970. These codes are a combination of 3 alphanumeric characters and refer to a specific option or modification to the vehicle including the paint color.

How do you diagnose a bad transfer case?

Here we look at some of the more common signs you may find when you have a bad transfer case:

  1. Shifting Issues.
  2. Hard to stay in 4WD?
  3. 4WD Won’t Engage or Disengage.
  4. Fluid Puddle Under the Transfer Case’s Location.
  5. Strange Grinding, Growling or Humming Noises.
  6. Possible Causes of a Bad Transfer Case.
  7. So why S&G?

Where can I buy np246 transfer case parts?

You have access here to our huge inventory of top-quality NP246 transfer case parts, where you can get an NP246 rebuild kit, a New Process 246 transfer case or the individual parts, including chains, slip yokes, bearings, pumps, clutch parts, housings, seals, etc.

How to match parts in transfer case parts diagram?

Use the REF # on the left to match the parts in the parts diagram. Click the NP bearing kit with BD wide input bearing. CALL.We offer quality New Process model NP transfer case rebuild kits and parts.

Can a transfer case be built by New Process Gear?

Any transfer case that was built by New Process Gear will be included in the New Venture transfer case line for pur- poses of this article. One of the greatest problems fac- ing the transmission rebuilder and parts suppliers in the last decade or so is the tremendous proliferation of new units.

How does the transfer case work on the NV 246?

Operation of the motor on the NV 246 requires the release of the motor brake, which is always receiving power through the transfer-case fuse. The module controls the motor brake by grounding the brake through a circuit driver that limits the current.