Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 GMC Yukon XL, 2002 GMC Yukon, 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe, 2002 Chevrolet Suburban, and 2002 Chevrolet Avalanche. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Raise the vehicle. Refer to LIFTING AND JACKING THE VEHICLE in General Information.
- Remove the transfer case shields. Refer to Transfer Case Shield Replacement .
- Remove the front propeller shaft. Refer to PROPELLER SHAFT REPLACEMENT - ONE PIECE .
- Remove the rear propeller shaft. Refer to PROPELLER SHAFT REPLACEMENT - ONE PIECE .
- Disconnect the motor/encoder electrical connector.
- Remove the transfer case vent hose.
- Remove the electrical wiring harness from the transfer case.
- Support the transfer case with a suitable transmission jack.
- Remove the transfer case retaining nuts from the transfer case studs.
- Separate the transfer case from the transmission by moving the transfer case straight back toward the rear of the vehicle.
- Rotate the transfer case so that the transfer case is perpendicular to the transmission assembly.
- Lower the transfer case.
IMPORTANT:
Ensure that the transfer case is correctly secured to the transmission jack.
IMPORTANT:
When removing the transfer case from the transmission, do not remove the transmission mount or the transfer case adapter.