Removal (BW-4401, BW-4470 & NP-241 - "K" Series)
- Disconnect negative battery cable. Place transfer case in 4H position. Raise and support vehicle. Remove skid plate (if equipped). Drain fluid from transfer case. Mark front output shaft yoke and drive shaft for reassembly reference. Remove front drive shaft. Remove left strut rod. Mark rear output shaft yoke and drive shaft for reassembly reference. Remove rear drive shaft.
- Disconnect electrical connectors from transfer case. Disconnect shift rod from transfer case. Support transfer case with jack. Remove transfer case-to-transmission mount bolts and spring washers (if equipped). Slide transfer case rearward until free of transmission output shaft. Lower and remove transfer case. Remove and discard gasket.