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Transfer Case - NV231: Removal

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  1. Shift transfer case into NEUTRAL.
  2. Raise vehicle.
  3. Drain transfer case lubricant.
  4. Mark front and rear propeller shaft yokes for alignment reference.
  5. Support transmission with jack stand.
  6. Remove rear crossmember, or skid plate.
  7. Disconnect front/rear propeller shafts at transfer case.
  8. Disconnect vehicle speed sensor wires.
  9. Disconnect transfer case linkage rod from range lever.
  10. Disconnect transfer case vent hose and indicator switch harness, if necessary.
    Fig 1: Identifying Transfer Case Mounting
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  11. Support transfer case with transmission jack.
  12. Secure transfer case to jack with chains.
  13. Remove nuts attaching transfer case to transmission.
  14. Pull transfer case and jack rearward to disengage transfer case.
  15. Remove transfer case from under vehicle.