Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 GMC Envoy XUV, 2004 GMC Envoy XL, 2004 GMC Envoy, and 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. 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 assembly. Refer to Transfer Case Assembly Replacement (TrailBlazer, Envoy) .
- Insert a flat-bladed screw driver between the input shaft seal and the transfer case.
- Pry the front input shaft seal from the transfer case.
- Remove the front input shaft seal.
NOTE:
Refer to Transfer Case Seal Removal Notice in Cautions and Notices.
NOTE:
Do not damage the sealing surfaces of the transfer cases or the shafts when prying the seals for removal. Damaging the sealing surface may cause leakage or require replacement of the damaged component.