GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 GMC_Truck 🢒 2004 🢒 GMC K Sierra - 4WD 🢒 Driveline/Axle 🢒 Transfer Case - NVG 261-NP2 🢒 Transfer Case Control Lever Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 396836 Size: SH
  1. Remove the transfer case shield, if equipped. Refer to Transfer Case Fluid Replacement .
  2. Remove the front propeller shaft. Refer to Front Propeller Shaft Replacement .
  3. Remove the control rod. Refer to Transfer Case Control Rod Replacement .
  4. Lower the vehicle.
  5. Remove the control lever knob by performing the following:
    6. 5.1. Using an adjustable wrench, adjust the wrench to fit the control lever rod just below the knob.
    5.2. With the adjustable wrench touching the control lever knob, gently tap on the adjustable wrench in an upward motion until the knob is separated from the control lever rod.
  6. Remove the transfer case bezel screws.
  7. Remove the transfer case bezel.

    8. Object Number: 396835 Size: SH

    Important: When performing the following service procedure, the transfer case control lever bracket does not have to be removed from the vehicle.

  8. Remove the control lever bolts.
  9. Remove the control lever assembly.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 396835 Size: SH
  1. Install the control lever assembly.

    2. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  2. Install the control lever bolts.

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the bolts to 12 N·m (106 lb in).


    Object Number: 396836 Size: SH
  3. Install the control lever bezel.
  4. Install the control lever bezel screws.

    5. Tighten
    Tighten the screws to 2 N·m (18 lb in).

  5. Install the control lever knob.
  6. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
  7. Install the shift control rod. Refer to Transfer Case Control Rod Replacement .
  8. Install the front propeller shaft. Refer to Front Propeller Shaft Replacement .
  9. Install the transfer case shield, if equipped. Refer to Transfer Case Fluid Replacement .