Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 GMC Sierra, 2004 GMC Cab & Chassis Sierra, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado, and 2004 Chevrolet Cab & Chassis Silverado. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the transfer case shield, if equipped. Refer to Transfer Case Fluid Replacement .
- Remove the front propeller shaft. Refer to Propeller Shaft Replacement - Front in Propeller Shaft.
- Remove the control rod. Refer to Transfer Case Control Rod Replacement .
- Lower the vehicle.
- Remove the control lever knob by performing the following:
- Using an adjustable wrench, adjust the wrench to fit the control lever rod just below the knob.
- With the adjustable wrench touching the control lever knob, gently tap on the adjustable wrench in an upward motion until the knob is separated from the control lever rod.
- Remove the transfer case bezel screws.
- Remove the transfer case bezel.
- Remove the control lever bolts.
- Remove the control lever assembly.
IMPORTANT:
When performing the following service procedure, the transfer case control lever bracket does not have to be removed from the vehicle.