Lever, Transfer Case: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2017 RAM 2500 HD. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Shift transfer case into 2H.
Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to HOISTING, STANDARD PROCEDURE .

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Using a suitable tool (2), separate the trunnion (3) out of shifter lever (1).
Lower vehicle.

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Remove the storage tray (1) from the floor console using (special tool #C-4755, Trim Stick) or equivalent.

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Remove transfer case shifter knob insert (2) using (special tool #C-4755, Trim Stick) or equivalent.

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Remove the jam nut (2) holding shifter knob (1) to shift lever.
Remove shifter knob (1) by unscrewing it.
Remove the shift boot from the floor console.

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Remove the bolt (1) securing the shifter lever (4) to the shifter (2).
Remove shift lever (4).
Remove the left screw (3) fastening the rear half of floor console.
Remove the right rear cup holder insert from the floor console.

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Remove the right screw (1) fastening the rear half of the floor console.
Remove the rear half of the floor console.

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Gently pull back on the rear duct (3) to separate it from the intermediate duct (2).

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Position the intermediate duct (1) aside to gain access to shifter bolts (2).
Remove the shifter bolts (2).
Remove the shifter.