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Makes 🢒 GMC_Truck 🢒 2008 🢒 Sierra Denali 🢒 General Information 🢒 General Information 🢒 Transfer Case Control Rod Replacement

Removal Procedure

Important: Before beginning the following service procedure, place the transmission into the PARK position. Then place the transfer case in the 2 HI position.


    Object Number: 649764 Size: SH
  1. Remove the transfer case shield, if equipped. Refer to Transfer Case Shield Replacement .
  2. Remove the front propeller shaft. Refer to Front Propeller Shaft Replacement .

    3. Important: When performing this service procedure, use a small pocket screwdriver in order to release the retaining clip on the ends of the control rod.

  3. Remove the control rod from the control lever.

    4. Object Number: 396830 Size: SH
  4. Remove the control rod from the shift lever.
  5. Remove the control rod.

Installation Procedure

Important: 

   • Before installing a NEW control rod, loosen the adjusting bolt on the control rod so it slides with slight resistance.
   • When installing the control rod on the control levers, a snapping sound should be heard or felt upon installation.


    Object Number: 396830 Size: SH
  1. Install the control rod onto the control lever first.

    2. Object Number: 396831 Size: SH
  2. Slide the control rod forward.
  3. Install the control rod onto the shift control lever.

    4. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.


    Object Number: 649765 Size: SH
  4. Tighten the control rod adjusting bolt.

    5. Tighten
    Tighten the bolt to 15 N·m (11 lb ft).

  5. Install the front propeller shaft. Refer to Front Propeller Shaft Replacement .
  6. Install the transfer case shield, if equipped. Refer to Transfer Case Shield Replacement .