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Installation Procedure

  1. Rotate the transfer case so that the transfer case is perpendicular to the transmission.
  2. Raise the transfer case into position.
  3. Rotate the transfer case so that the transfer case aligns with the transfer case adapter.
  4. Install the transfer case.
  5. Install the fuel feed and return pipe bracket.
    NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
  6. Install the transfer case adapter nuts.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the nuts to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).

  7. Remove the transmission jack from the transfer case.
    Fig 1: Installing Fuel Feed & Return Pipe Bracket
    G01456646Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Position the harness to the transfer case.
  9. Install the harness clips (6, 8) to the transfer case.
  10. Connect the speed sensor electrical connectors (3, 4, and 5).
  11. Connect the encoder motor electrical connector (7).
  12. Install the harness inline to engine harness connector (1) clip to the fuel feed and return pipe bracket.
    Fig 2: Connecting Speed Sensor Electrical Connectors, Engine Harness Connector & Encoder Motor Electrical Connector
    G01456647Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  13. Position the vent hose to the transfer case.
  14. Install the vent hose (2) to the transfer case fitting (1).
  15. Install the rear propeller shaft. Refer to PROPELLER SHAFT REPLACEMENT -- REAR in Propeller Shaft.
  16. Install the front propeller shaft. Refer to PROPELLER SHAFT REPLACEMENT -- FRONT in Propeller Shaft.
  17. Install the transfer case shield, if equipped. Refer to TRANSFER CASE SHIELD REPLACEMENT  .
    Fig 3: Installing Vent Hose To Transfer Case Fitting
    G01456648Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.