Case Extension and Gasket Replacement

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Fig 1: Case Extension and Gasket

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

Callout	Component Name
Preliminary Procedures Remove the propeller shaft. Refer to Rear Propeller Shaft Replacement (1500)Rear Propeller Shaft Replacement (Heavy Duty)Rear Propeller Shaft Replacement (M5U, 2WD) . Remove the transmission mount. Refer to Transmission Mount Replacement (Two Wheel Drive) Transmission Mount Replacement (Four Wheel Drive) .
1	Extension Case Fastener (Qty: 6) CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Tighten 55 N.m (41 lb ft)
2	Extension Case NOTE: Remove or replace the O-ring, if necessary.

Callout

Component Name

Preliminary Procedures

Remove the propeller shaft. Refer to Rear Propeller Shaft Replacement (1500)Rear Propeller Shaft Replacement (Heavy Duty)Rear Propeller Shaft Replacement (M5U, 2WD) .
Remove the transmission mount. Refer to Transmission Mount Replacement (Two Wheel Drive) Transmission Mount Replacement (Four Wheel Drive) .

Extension Case Fastener (Qty: 6)

CAUTION:

Refer to Fastener Caution .

Tighten
55 N.m (41 lb ft)

Extension Case

NOTE:

Remove or replace the O-ring, if necessary.