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Removal Procedure

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  1. Raise the vehicle. Refer to LIFTING AND JACKING THE VEHICLE in General Information.
  2. Remove the transfer case assembly. Refer to TRANSFER CASE ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT .
    Fig 1: Transfer Case Assembly
    G01643275Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Use a suitable transmission jack stand to support the transmission.
  4. Remove the transfer case adapter mounting bolts.
    Fig 2: Transfer Case Adapter Mounting Bolts
    G01643276Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Remove the transfer case adapter.

    Important:  Use caution when removing the gasket from the transfer case. The transfer case is made out of Magnesium and will damaged easily.

  6. Remove the gasket from the transfer case.
    Fig 3: Removing Gasket From Transfer Case
    G01643277Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Remove the seal from the transfer case adapter.
    Fig 4: Removing Seal From Transfer Case Adapter
    G01643278Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.