Avalanche 4WD V8-5.3L (2011)
Drive/Propeller Shaft: Service and Repair
Front Propeller Shaft Replacement
Front Propeller Shaft Replacement
Special Tools
J-43218 - Clamp Pliers - Narrow Jaw
Removal Procedure
1. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle See: Maintenance/Vehicle Lifting/Service and Repair.
2. Remove the transfer case shield, if equipped.
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For vehicles equipped with the BW 4485-NR3 transfer case, refer to Transfer Case Shield Replacement See: Transfer Case/Service and
Repair/Removal and Replacement/Transfer Case Shield Replacement.
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For vehicles equipped with the MP 3023/3024-NQH transfer case, refer to Transfer Case Shield Replacement See: Transfer Case/Service and
Repair/Overhaul/MP 3010-NP0 - Transfer Case/Transfer Case Shield Replacement.
3. Remove the clamp (4) at the transfer case by prying up the exposed end of the clamp with a flat-bladed tool.