Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 GMC Safari and 2002 Chevrolet Astro. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Important: Make sure that the locating tab on the gasket is in the proper location. The locator tab should be facing up.
- Install a new transfer case gasket.
- Install the transfer case assembly.
- Install the transfer case retaining nuts. Tighten the transfer case retaining nuts to 55 N.m (40 lb ft).
- Remove the transmission jack from the transfer case.
- Install the transmission jack to the transmission.
- Install the transmission mount.
- Install the transmission mount bolts. Tighten the transmission mount bolts 47 N.m (35 lb ft).
- Lower the transmission into place.
- Remove the transmission jack stand.
- Install the transmission mount retaining nuts. Tighten the transmission mount retaining nuts to 40 N.m (29 lb ft).
- Install the motor/encoder electrical connector.
- Install the transfer case electrical wiring harness.
- Install the transfer case vent hose.
- Install the rear propeller shaft. Refer to PROPELLER SHAFT REPLACEMENT - REAR .
- Install the front propeller shaft. Refer to PROPELLER SHAFT REPLACEMENT - FRONT .
- Install the engine brace.
- Install the engine brace mounting bolts. Tighten the engine brace mounting bolts to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).
- Inspect the transfer case fluid level. Refer to Transfer Case Fluid Replacement .
- Install the transfer case shield. Refer to Transfer Case Shield Replacement .
- Lower the vehicle.