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Installation Procedure

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    Fig 1: Bearing Race & Shims
    GM354444Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Install the selected shims (2) and the bearing race (1) to the NEW cover (right).
    2. Fig 2: Pressing Shims & Bearing Race Into Cover Using J 42170 & Hydraulic Press
    GM72519Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. Press the shims and bearing race into the NEW cover (right) using the J 42170  and a hydraulic press. See Special Tools and Equipment .
    3. Fig 3: Differential Cover (Right), Axle Seal & O-Ring Seal
    GM58038Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Clean the O-ring sealing surface on the differential cover (right) and the differential housing.
  4. Install a new O-ring seal (4) to the differential cover (right).
    5. Fig 4: Differential Cover (Right) & Bolts
    GM334840Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Install the differential cover (right) to the differential.
    6. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  6. Install the differential cover (right) retaining bolts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the differential cover (right) retaining bolts to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).

    7. Fig 5: Installing Axle Seal Into Differential Using J 46405
    GM180886Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Install the axle seal into the differential cover (right) using J 46405  . See Special Tools and Equipment .
  8. Install the transmission vent tube retainer onto the vent tube, then position the retainer to receive the retaining bolt (automatic transmission).
  9. Fill the rear axle differential with the proper fluids and to the proper level. Refer to Lubricant Change .
  10. Install the RH muffler assembly. Refer to Muffler Replacement - Right in Engine Exhaust.
  11. Install the RH wheel drive shaft. Refer to Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement in Wheel Drive Shafts.
  12. Install the RH rear tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
  13. Lower the vehicle.
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