Installation Procedure

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Rear Wheel Drive Shaft Washer (1) - Install NEW
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Rear Wheel Drive Shaft (1) - Install
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NOTE:
The rear wheel drive shaft universal joint retainer (1) and washers (2) are serviced as a rear wheel drive shaft universal joint retainer kit consisting of 2 bolts and 1 washer.

Due to the unknown shelf life, prepare the 6 NEW rear wheel drive shaft universal joint retainer (1) for installation as follows:
1. Remove any loose cured adhesive from the external threads of the components using a lint free cloth.
2. Thread the cleaned components into the internal mating threads and remove to loosen trapped cured adhesive.
3. Apply thread locking adhesive to the external threads of the components. Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers
4. Ensure there are no gaps in the thread locking adhesive once applied to the component.
Install 3 NEW wheel drive shaft washers (2).

CAUTION:

This vehicle is equipped with torque-to-yield or single use fasteners. Install a NEW torque-to-yield or single use fastener when installing this component. Failure to replace the torque-to-yield or single use fastener could cause damage to the vehicle or component.

CAUTION:

Refer to Fastener Caution .

Install and tighten the 6 rear wheel drive shaft universal joint retainer (1) in a crisscross pattern. Fastener Specifications
Have an assistant apply the brakes.
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Rear Wheel Drive Shaft Nut (1) - Install NEW and tighten - Fastener Specifications
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Catalytic Converter Gasket (2) - Install NEW
With the aid of an assistant install the Exhaust muffler (1).
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Exhaust Muffler (1) @ Exhaust Rear Muffler Insulator - Right Side (3) - Install
Exhaust Muffler (1) @ Exhaust Intermediate Pipe Insulator - Right Side (2) - Install
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Exhaust Muffler (1) @ Exhaust Rear Muffler Insulator - Left Side (3) - Install
Exhaust Muffler (1) @ Exhaust Intermediate Pipe Insulator - Left Side (2) - Install
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Catalytic Converter Nut (1) - Install and tighten [2x] - Fastener Specifications
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Floor Panel Reinforcement (1) - Install
Floor Panel Number 4 Cross Bar Reinforcement Bolt (2) - Install and tighten [6x] - Fastener Specifications
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Underbody Rear Air Deflector- Right Side (5) - Install
Underbody Rear Air Deflector Plastic Nut (3) - Install and tighten [3x] - Fastener Specifications
Underbody Rear Air Deflector Bolt (2) - Install and tighten [3x] - Fastener Specifications
Underbody Rear Air Deflector Nut (4) - Install and tighten [2x] - Fastener Specifications
Rear Wheelhouse Liner Screw (1) - Install and tighten - Fastener Specifications
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Rear Tire Front Air Deflector- Right Side (1) - Install
Rear Tire Front Air Deflector Bolt (2) - Install and tighten [2x] - Fastener Specifications
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Underbody Rear Air Deflector- Left Side (5) - Install
Underbody Rear Air Deflector Plastic Nut (2) - Install and tighten [3x] - Fastener Specifications
Underbody Rear Air Deflector Bolt (3) - Install and tighten [3x] - Fastener Specifications
Underbody Rear Air Deflector Nut (4) - Install and tighten [2x] - Fastener Specifications
Rear Wheelhouse Liner Screw (1) - Install and tighten - Fastener Specifications
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Rear Tire Front Air Deflector- Left Side (2) - Install
Rear Tire Front Air Deflector Bolt (1) - Install and tighten [2x] - Fastener Specifications
Install the right rear tire and wheel assembly. Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation
Inspect the exhaust system for leaks.
Remove the support and lower the vehicle.