Installation Procedure

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Fig 1: Installing Rear Output Shaft Bushing

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Using the J 45380 , install a NEW output shaft bushing.
1. Install the bushing or the finger section of the J 45380 .
2. Install the finger section to the main body of the J 45380 .
3. Position the bushing and tool to the case.
4. Using a hammer and the J 45380 , install the bushing.

Fig 2: Aligning Rear Output Shaft Seal

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Align the rear output shaft seal.

Fig 3: Installing Rear Output Shaft Seal

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Using the J 37668-A , install the rear output shaft seal.

Fig 4: Location Of Drive Shaft

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Install the rear propeller shaft. Refer to Propeller Shaft Replacement - Rear in Propeller Shaft.
Inspect the transfer case fluid level. Refer to Transfer Case Fluid Replacement (TrailBlazer, Envoy, Rainier, Bravada) or Transfer Case Fluid Replacement (TrailBlazer EXT, Envoy XL, Envoy XUV) .
Lower the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.