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Transfer Case Assembly Replacement

Fig 1: Transfer Case Assembly Replacement
GM1558877Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Transfer Case Assembly Replacement

Callout Component Name
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
Fastener Tightening Specifications:  Refer to Fastener Tightening Specifications .

Preliminary Procedures

  1. Drain the transfer case. Refer to Transfer Case Fluid Replacement .
  2. Remove the front propeller shaft. Refer to Propeller Shaft Replacement - Front in Propeller Shaft.
  3. Remove the rear propeller shaft. Refer to Propeller Shaft Replacement - Rear in Propeller Shaft.
1 Bolt, Crossmember (Qty: 4)

Tighten:  50 N.m (37 lb ft)


Tip:  Support the transmission assembly.
2 Bolt, Crossmember to Frame (Qty: 2)

Tighten:  100 N.m (74 lb ft)

3 Crossmember, Transfer Case
Tip:  Support the transfer case with a transmission jack.
4 Disconnect transfer case electrical connector.
5 Nut, Transfer Case to Transmission (Qty: 5)

Tighten:  50 N.m (37 lb ft)

6 Case, Transfer Assembly
Tip:  It may be necessary to trip the front of the transfer case downward to remove the transfer case from the vehicle.