NP-205 (30 Series): Removal
WARNING: This page does not describe the selected car, but rather 28 other vehicles, including the 1986 GMC Vandura Special, 1986 GMC Vandura, 1986 GMC Value Van, 1986 GMC Suburban, and 1986 GMC Safari. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Raise and support vehicle on hoist. Drain transfer case. Disconnect speedometer cable. Remove skid plate and crossmember supports as necessary. Disconnect rear drive shaft from transfer case and tie up away from work area.
- Disconnect front drive shaft from transfer case and tie up shaft away from work area. Disconnect shift lever rod from shift rail link. Support transfer case and remove bolts attaching transfer case to transmission adapter.
- Move transfer case to rear until input shaft clears adapter and lower assembly from vehicle.