Chevrolet Silverado / GMC Sierra. Service manual — part 2815

Fig. 33: Removing Rear Output Shaft Seal
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11. Remove the rear output shaft seal by prying it out with a flat-blade screwdriver.

NOTE:

Refer to Transfer Case Seal Removal Notice .

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

2008 TRANSMISSION Transfer Case - BW 4485-NR3 - Cab & Chassis Sierra, Cab & Chassis Silverado, Sierra &

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Fig. 34: View Of Transfer Case Bolts
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12. Remove the transfer case retaining bolts and washers.

Mark the location of the brackets.

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

2008 TRANSMISSION Transfer Case - BW 4485-NR3 - Cab & Chassis Sierra, Cab & Chassis Silverado, Sierra &

Silverado

Fig. 35: Identifying J 45358
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13. Using the J 45358 between the tabs on the case halves, shear the sealer that is holding the

case halves together. See Special Tools.

14. Using pry bars at each side of the case, remove the case from the locating pins.

NOTE:

Refer to Machined Surface Damage Notice .

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

2008 TRANSMISSION Transfer Case - BW 4485-NR3 - Cab & Chassis Sierra, Cab & Chassis Silverado, Sierra &

Silverado

Fig. 36: Rear Case Half & Front Case Half
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15. Remove the rear case half from the front case half. The rear output shaft will come with the

rear case half.

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

2008 TRANSMISSION Transfer Case - BW 4485-NR3 - Cab & Chassis Sierra, Cab & Chassis Silverado, Sierra &

Silverado