Transfer Case Assembly Replacement

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Fig 1: Transfer Case Assembly

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Callout	Component Name
Preliminary Procedures Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle . Remove the transfer case shield, if equipped. Refer to Transfer Case Shield Replacement . Remove the rear propeller shaft. Refer to Rear Propeller Shaft Replacement . Remove the front propeller shaft. Refer to Front Propeller Shaft Replacement . Drain the fluid from the transfer case. Refer to Transfer Case Fluid Replacement . Disconnect the electrical connectors and remove the electrical harness from the transfer case. Remove the crossmember. Refer to Transmission Support Crossmember Replacement (4WD 2500 Series) , Transmission Support Crossmember Replacement (4WD 1500 Series) , Transmission Support Crossmember Replacement (2WD 2500 Series) , Transmission Support Crossmember Replacement (2WD 1500 Series) . Remove the transmission mount. Refer to Transmission Mount Replacement (2WD) , Transmission Mount Replacement (4WD) for the 6L45/6L50/6L80/6L90 transmission.
1	Transfer Case Nut CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Tighten 50 N.m (37 lb ft)
2	Transfer Case Procedure If installing a new or repaired transfer case, perform the Transfer Case High/Low Clutch reset. Refer to Transfer Case High/Low Clutch Reset .
3	Transfer Case Gasket Procedure Install a NEW gasket without the use of any type of sealant or lubricant. Apply GM P/N 12345879 (Canadian P/N 10953511) or equivalent lubricant meeting GM Specification 9985830 to the input shaft splines.