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Installation Procedure

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  1. Using the J 44809  , install the left axle shaft oil seal (1). See Special Tools and Equipment .
    IMPORTANT: Inspect the sealing surface of the wheel drive shaft inner tri-pot housing to ensure it is free of corrosion. Use a crocus cloth in order to remove any light corrosion and clean the sealing surface with denatured alcohol, or equivalent.
    Fig 1: Installing The Left Axle Shaft Oil Seal Using J 44809
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  2. Lubricate the wheel drive shaft sealing surface of the oil seal with synthetic gear oil GM P/N 12378514 Canadian P/N 88901045 or equivalent.
  3. Install the left wheel drive shaft. Refer to Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement - Rear in Wheel Drive Shafts.
  4. Install the left rear tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
  5. Inspect the differential lubricant level. Refer to Lubricant Change .
  6. Lower the vehicle.
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