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Removal Procedure

  1. Raise the vehicle. Refer to LIFTING & JACKING THE VEHICLE in General information.
  2. Remove the transfer case shield. Refer to Transfer Case Shield Replacement .
  3. Remove the brace from the transfer case left side shown, if equipped.
  4. Drain the transfer case of fluid. Refer to Transfer Case Fluid Replacement .
  5. Remove the rear propeller shaft.
  6. Remove the front propeller shaft. Refer to PROPELLER SHAFT REPLACEMENT - FRONT in Propeller Shaft.
  7. Remove the motor/encoder electrical connector.
  8. Remove the motor/encoder electrical wiring harness.
    Fig 2: Removing Motor/Encoder Electrical Connector And Wiring Harness
    G01671107Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  9. Remove the vacuum line for the transfer case vacuum switch.
  10. Support the transmission with a suitable jack stand.
    Fig 3: Removing Vacuum Line For Transfer Case Vacuum Switch
    G01671108Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  11. Remove the transmission mount retaining bolts.
    Fig 4: Removing Transmission Mount Retaining Bolts
    G01671109Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  12. Remove the transmission support assembly.

    Refer to TRANSMISSION SUPPORT in Transmission.

    Fig 5: Removing Transmission Support Assembly
    G01671110Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  13. Remove the transmission mount (automatic transmission only).
    Fig 6: Removing Transmission Mount (Automatic Transmission Only)
    G01671111Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  14. Remove the transfer case adapter retaining nuts.

    Important:  The following service procedure should be performed with the aid of another technician.

  15. Remove the transfer case from the transfer case adapter straight back toward the rear of the vehicle.
  16. Lower the front of the transfer case.
  17. Raise the rear of the transfer case so that it above the torsion bar bracket.
  18. In a downward motion, remove the transfer case from the vehicle.
    Fig 7: Removing Transfer Case Adapter Retaining Nuts
    G01671112Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    Important:  If during the removal of the transfer case the gasket becomes damaged, do not reuse the gasket. Replace the damaged gasket with a new one. DO NOT use any type of sealant in place of the gasket.

  19. Remove the transfer case gasket.
    Fig 8: Removing Transfer Case Gasket
    G01671113Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.