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Installation Procedure

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  1. Lubricate the O-ring seal with synthetic gear oil GM P/N United States 12378514 Canada P/N 88901045 or equivalent.
  2. Using the J 44915  , install the oil seal (2) to the drive pinion housing.
  3. Install the O-ring seal (4) to the drive pinion housing.
    Fig 1: Installing O-Ring Seal From Drive Pinion Housing
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  4. Carefully install the drive pinion housing assembly (1) and shim (2) to the differential carrier (3).
    Fig 2: Installing Drive Pinion Housing Shim & Housing Assembly
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    NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .
  5. Install the pinion housing-to-differential mounting bolts (1).

    Tighten 

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

    Fig 3: Installing Pinion Housing-To-Differential Bolts
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  6. Lubricate the sealing surfaces of the drive pinion oil seal (1) with synthetic gear oil GM P/N United States 12378514 Canada P/N 88901045 or equivalent.
  7. Install the torque tube assembly. Refer to Torque Tube Assembly Replacement .
  8. Fill the differential with synthetic gear oil. Refer to Lubricant Change .
    Fig 4: Installing Drive Pinion Oil Seal
    G01827297Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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