Transfer Case

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Base Part Number: 7251

NOTE: The help of an assistant will be required.

Position the transfer case on the crossmember. Lower the transmission approximately 25.4 mm (1 in).

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NOTE: The help of an assistant will be required.

Position the transfer case to the transmission and onto the output shaft.

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NOTE: Do not reuse the old transfer case-to-transmission bolts.

Install new transfer case-to-transmission bolts.

Torque: 168 lb.in (19 Nm)

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Refer to: Transmission Support Insulator . . Refer to: Transmission Support Insulator . .
Install the LH exhaust support bracket and bolt.
Torque: 26 lb.ft (35 Nm)

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Install the transmission support crossmember. Refer to: Transmission Support Crossmember - 10-Speed Automatic Transmission - 10R80 . .
Connect the vent hose to the transfer case.

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Connect the shift motor electrical connector and attach the harness retainer clip to the transfer case.

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NOTE: Align the index marks made during removal.

Install the rear driveshaft. Refer to: Rear Driveshaft . .
NOTE: Align the index marks made during removal.

Install the front driveshaft. Refer to: Front Driveshaft . .
Check the transfer case fluid level. Refer to: Transfer Case Draining and Filling . .
If equipped.Position the skid plate and install the skid plate bolts.
Torque: 30 lb.ft (40 Nm)

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