While it isn't a difficult thing I would suggest you have a shop look at it to verify what the problem is. They may be able to test it as well. If it is something like a faulty speed sensor it would be better to repair it now rather than wait. Plus they could give you a better idea of any damage because they can see and hear the issue in person.
To remove the shaft isn't hard, it is a bolt in part. You remove the bolts shown in the pictures, then remove the shaft. The hardest part is usually getting the vehicle in a position to remove them.
Another option might be to simply disable the transfer case motor and clutch coil. That would involve making sure it is in 2WD and then unplugging the connection under the truck.
Or possibly even easier, would be to remove the fuse that powers that system. That would be fuse 6, a 20 amp maxi fuse in the power distribution box. It powers the transfer case relay and should shut the system off.
For all of the above you need to be sure that the case is in 2 wheel drive before trying it, if it is in 4WD it can still do damage even with the parts or fuse out.
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Sunday, March 15th, 2020 AT 3:06 AM