Section 58 (NV271 Transfer Case (Service Information)): Removal: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 RAM Pickup and 2011 RAM Cab & Chassis. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Raise and support vehicle.
- Remove skid plate, if equipped. Refer to PLATE, Skid, Front , Removal and PLATE, Skid, Transfer Case , Removal .
- Position drain oil container under transfer case.
- Remove transfer case drain plug and drain lubricant into container.
- Disconnect vent hose and transfer case position sensor connector.
- Disconnect shift rod from grommet in transfer case shift lever, or from floor shift arm whichever provides easy access. Use channel lock style pliers to press rod out of lever grommet.
- Support transmission with jack stand.
- Mark front and rear propeller shafts for assembly reference.
- Remove front and rear propeller shafts. Refer to SHAFT, Drive, Front Heavy Duty , Removal and SHAFT, Drive, Rear Heavy Duty , Removal .
- Support transfer case with suitable jack. Secure transfer case to jack with safety chains.
- Remove nuts attaching transfer case to transmission.
- Move transfer case assembly rearward until free of transmission output shaft.
- Lower jack and move transfer case from under vehicle.