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Installation Procedure

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  1. Install the stabilizer shaft (1) to the axle (3) (if necessary).
  2. Install the stabilizer shaft clamps, the U-bolts (2), and the nuts (4) (if necessary).

    Do not torque the stabilizer shaft U-bolt nuts at this time.

    3. Fig 1: Stabilizer Shaft, U-Bolts, Nuts & Axle
    GM661064Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Place the axle under the vehicle.
  4. Raise the axle to the springs with the aid of a hydraulic assist.

    Align the axle with the springs.

  5. Install the spacers, the anchor plates and the U-bolts.
    6. Fig 2: Installing U-Bolts
    GM659185Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  6. Install the washers if equipped and the nuts to the U-bolts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the nuts in a criss cross pattern to 150 N.m (110 lb ft).

  7. Install the stabilizer shaft link to the frame (1) (if necessary).
  8. Install the stabilizer shaft link bolt (5) and the nut (3) (if necessary).

    Tighten: 

    1. Tighten the stabilizer shaft link bolts to 95 N.m (70 lb ft).
    2. Tighten the stabilizer shaft U-bolt nuts to 32 N.m (24 lb ft).

    9. Fig 3: Stabilizer Shaft Link Bolt, Nut & Frame
    GM661062Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  9. Install the brake calipers. Refer to Brake Caliper Replacement - Rear (1500 Series) or Brake Caliper Replacement - Rear (2500/3500 Series) in Disc Brakes.
  10. Install the brake pipe fitting brackets.
  11. Install the brake pipe fitting bracket bolts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolts to 22 N.m (16 lb ft).

    12. Fig 4: Installing Brake Pipe Fitting Brackets
    GM658048Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  12. Install the brake pipe.
  13. Install the brake pipe bolts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolts to 22 N.m (16 lb ft).

    14. Fig 5: Installing Brake Pipe
    GM658043Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  14. Install the brake pipe junction block.
  15. Install the brake pipe junction block bolt.

    Tighten:  Tighten the brake pipe junction block bolt to 22 N.m (16 lb ft).

    16. Fig 6: Installing Brake Pipe Junction Block
    GM658042Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  16. Connect the park brake cables. Refer to Park Brake Cable Replacement - Left Rear (w/oNYS) or Park Brake Cable Replacement - Left Rear (w/NYS) and Park Brake Cable Replacement - Right Rear (w/oNYS) or Park Brake Cable Replacement - Right Rear (w/NYS) in Park Brake.
  17. Connect the vent hose (1) to the axle vent fitting.
    18. Fig 7: Connecting Vent Hose
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  18. Install the shock absorbers to the lower mount bracket.
    19. Fig 8: Installing Shock Absorber Lower Mount Bracket
    GM659187Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  19. Install the shock absorber bolts and the nuts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the shock absorber nuts to 95 N.m (70 lb ft).

  20. Install the propeller shaft (3) to the pinion yoke (4).

    Align the reference marks made during removal.

  21. Install the propeller shaft yoke retaining clamps (2) and the bolts (1).

    Tighten:  Tighten the yoke retaining clamp bolts to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).

    22. Fig 9: Identifying Driveshaft Pinion, Yoke Retainers & Bolts
    GM361391Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  22. Install the tire and wheel assemblies. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
  23. Fill the axle with lubricant. Use the proper fluid. Refer to Capacities - Approximate Fluid and Fluid and Lubricant Recommendations in Maintenance and Lubrication.
  24. Remove the jack and utility stands.
  25. Lower the vehicle.
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