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Installation Procedure

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  1. Use the J 36797  in order to install a new oil seal (2) into the extension housing.
    Fig 1: Installing Oil Seal Into Extension Housing
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  2. Position the flange and the extension housing assembly into a press.
  3. Lightly lubricate the splines on the driven shaft.
  4. Press the flange (1) onto the driven shaft.
    Fig 2: Installing Extension Housing Seal
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    NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .
  5. Install the extension housing assembly to the J 44755  (2) using M8 x 1.25 bolts (1).

    Tighten 

    Tighten the bolts to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).

    Fig 3: Installing Flange Nut, Extension Housing Assembly & J 44755
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  6. Install the flange nut (1) onto the driven shaft.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the flange nut to 250 N.m (185 lb ft).

  7. Remove the extension housing assembly from the J 44755  .
    Fig 4: Installing flange nut
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  8. Measure the rotating torque of the driven shaft in both directions.

    Specification 

    The driven shaft and bearings should have a rotating torque of 1.5 N.m (13 lb in).

    Fig 5: Rotating Torque Of Driven Shaft
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  9. Apply sealant GM P/N United States 12346004 GM P/N Canada 10953480, or equivalent to both sides of the shim.
  10. Align the reference marks and install the shim (2) to the transfer case.
  11. Install the extension housing (1) and bolts (3) to the shim and transfer case.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the extension housing bolts to 28 N.m (21 lb ft).

    Fig 6: Installing Bolts, Extension Housing Assembly & Shim
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  12. Install the extension housing drain plug (1) and gasket to the extension housing.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the plug to 32 N.m (24 lb in).

  13. Remove the extension housing fill plug (2) and gasket.
  14. Fill the extension housing with gear oil. Refer to Transfer Case Fluid Replacement .
  15. Install the extension housing fill plug and gasket.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the plug to 32 N.m (24 lb in).

    Fig 7: Installing Lubricant Drain Plug & Gasket
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  16. Install the extension housing vent hose (2) and clamp (1). Refer to Vent Hose Assembly Replacement .
  17. Install the propeller shaft. Refer to PROPELLER SHAFT REPLACEMENT .
  18. Lower the vehicle.
    Fig 8: Installing Extension Housing Vent Hose & Clamp
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