How to remove front drive shaft from transfer case?

Clarythedrill

Clarythedrill

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I am going to drop the T-case so I can replace some seals due to leaks. I have unbolted the shaft from the front axle, but I can not pull the drive shaft out of the T-case. So, how do I get the shaft off of the T-case? Thank you for any help.
 
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With a body lift for extra access, some good hand dexterity, and a little extra time, you can pull the driveshaft without removing the t-case skid. Actually, pulling it with the skid in place is a lot easier than reinstalling it with the skid in place.
 
Removing the belly skid will make things easier for your first time. After you complete the task, you'll know where to position your body / arms / legs and which tools you need by your side. The next time you'll be able to do the job with the skid in place. It's a lot like working under your Jeep with a blindfold on!
 
Right now I have my jack stands and floor jacks in use on the rear end as I have the rear axle out and I am repairing rust issues back there. I am considering trying to remove the t-case with the skid plate in place. I have jacked the rear end up pretty high and I have a lot of room back there. I think I can remove all bolts and lines from the t-case with the skid on, and pull it out. I can then replace the tranny seal and then the seal on the t-case. Of course, this plan may quickly go away once I give it a try. I am waiting on parts for the rear axle, so would like to knock out the seals issues now instead of later.
 
Seems like it might be time to pick up some more jack stands or at least a decent supply of wooden blocks. Your outlined plan MIGHT work ok but you'll find those tasks a lot easier with the belly skid out of the way... You can safely support the drive train with a single jack stand underneath the transmission bell housing area.
 
Heck, even a large ratchet strap would do the trick. Picture a sling to support the transmission using the frame rails.
 
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Hi everyone! I’m having trouble removing the front driveshaft from from the transfer case. I didn’t see any bolts holding it down. I sprayed PB blaster and WD40 the night before and today to see if it loosens it up. Any suggestions? I have a Jeep TJ 2002

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Giselle said:
Hi everyone! I’m having trouble removing the front driveshaft from from the transfer case. I didn’t see any bolts holding it down. I sprayed PB blaster and WD40 the night before and today to see if it loosens it up. Any suggestions? I have a Jeep TJ 2002

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We’re confused: You are trying get help removing the front driveshaft by posting pictures of the rear?

On the front driveshaft there are four small bolts on the back side of the ujoint assembly (on the yoke - which stays in place when you remove the shaft) between the joint and the transfer case. Remove those and it will come out.

On the rear you have already removed the drive shaft. Are you trying to remove the yoke?
 
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Are you calling that short section of the rear driveshaft the "front driveshaft"?

That's a splined slip-joint. You should be able to just pull it rearwards to remove it. If it's stuck, you should be able to tap it rearward with a rubber hammer or block of wood to get it moving.

And I hope you have all of the needle bearings (rollers) and caps from your U-joints. That's a pretty unconventional way to remove a driveshaft.

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Hi, you’re both correct. I’m trying to remove the rear driveshaft from the splined slip yoke. I’ll try the rubber hammer or block of wood to see if I can get moving. I also saw someone else recommend to out the car in neutral so I’ll try that as well. I’ll report back with an update. Thank you both!
 
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