Transfer Case Shift Motor: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2012 Ford Pickup. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, REFER to JACKING & LIFTING .
Disconnect the harness connector.
Remove the coil wire pin from the electrical connector.
1. Remove the inner retainer from the wire connector.
2. Press the release tab and remove the coil wire pin.
Fig 1: Identifying Transfer Case Shift Motor Connector Pins
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Remove the transfer case shift motor bracket bolt and the 3 mounting bolts, then remove the transfer case shift motor.