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Installation Procedure

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    Fig 1: Installing SA91112T On The Wheel Drive Shaft Oil Seal
    GM895295Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Install the SA91112T  seal protector. See Special Tools .
    2. Fig 2: Wheel Drive Shaft
    GM1825756Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. Install the wheel drive shaft in the vehicle.
  3. Remove the SA91112T  seal protector. See Special Tools .
  4. Install the lower control arm to the knuckle. Refer to Lower Control Arm Replacement .
  5. Install the outer tie rod end for the steering gear to the knuckle. Refer to Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Replacement .
  6. Install the stabilizer link to the stabilizer bar. Refer to Stabilizer Shaft Link Replacement .
    7. Fig 3: View Of Wheel Drive Shaft Nut
    GM2001520Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Install the NEW wheel drive shaft nut (2) on the wheel drive shaft (1).
    8. Fig 4: Insert Drift Or Punch Into Cooling Fin Of Brake Rotor Caliper And Against Brake Caliper Mounting Bracket
    GM2001522Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .
  8. Insert a brass drift or punch (5) between the brake rotor cooling fins (4) and the brake caliper mounting bracket (1).

    Using a torque wrench (2), tighten the wheel drive shaft nut (2). Tighten the wheel drive shaft nut (2) to 205 N.m (151 lb ft).

  9. Inspect the transmission fluid level and add fluid if necessary. Refer to Transmission Fluid Check .
  10. Install the engine splash shield. Refer to Engine Splash Shield Replacement .
  11. Install the tire and wheels. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
  12. Lower the vehicle.
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