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Installation Procedure

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  1. Inspect the splines of the slip yoke for a sufficient coating of grease. If the splines of the slip yoke does not have a sufficient coating of grease, lubricate the shaft with grease (GM P/N 12377985 or equivalent).
  2. Fig 1: View Of Propeller Shaft To Transmission Or Transfer Case
    GM404287Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Install the propeller shaft into the transmission or transfer case.

    Align the reference marks made during removal.

  4. Fig 2: Rear Axle Pinion Yoke Assembly
    GM1247Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Install the propeller shaft to the rear axle pinion yoke.

    Align the reference marks made during removal.

  6. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  7. Install the yoke retainers and the bolts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolts to 20 N.m (15 lb ft).

  8. Lower the vehicle.