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Installation Procedure

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  1. Using the J 44809  , install the left axle shaft oil seal (1).
    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.
  2. Lubricate the wheel drive shaft sealing surface of the oil seal with synthetic gear oil GM P/N United States 12378514 Canada P/N 88901045 or equivalent.
  3. Install the left wheel drive shaft. Refer to WHEEL DRIVE SHAFT REPLACEMENT -- REAR
  4. Install the left rear tire and wheel assembly. Refer to TIRE AND WHEEL REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .
    Fig 1: Installing Differential Output Shaft Oil Seal & J 44809
    G01827284Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Inspect the differential lubricant level. Refer to Lubricant Change .
  6. Lower the vehicle.
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