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Installation Procedure

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    NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
    Fig 1: Installing The Transmission To Engine
    GM394442Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Install the transmission to the vehicle:
    1. Ensure the transmission is positioned in the 3rd or 4th gear.
    2. Rotate the transmission clockwise onto the clutch hub splines.
    3. Install the bolt and studs securing the transmission to the engine.

      Tighten:  Tighten the bolt/studs to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).

  2. Install the transfer case vent hose clip bracket and nut.
    Fig 2: Installing The Transfer Case Vent Hose Clip Bracket And Nut
    GM773662Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    On the 4.3L engine this bracket is located at the 1 o'clock position and on the 4.8L engine this bracket is located at the 12 o'clock position.

  3. Install the stud securing the right side of the transmission to the engine.
    Fig 3: Installing The Stud Securing The Right Side Of The Transmission To The Engine
    GM394444Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    Tighten:  Tighten the stud to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).

    4. Fig 4: Installing The Transmission Cover
    GM394443Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Install the transmission cover.
  5. Install the bolts securing the bottom right side of the transmission to the engine. Bolt (1) secures the transmission cover on the 4.3L engine only.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolts to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).

  6. Install the transmission support crossmember. Refer to Transmission Support Replacement in Frame and Underbody.
  7. Remove the transmission jack.
  8. If equipped with the 4.3L engine, install the transmission cover bolts.
    Fig 5: Installing Transmission Cover Bolts (4.3L)
    GM395610Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolts to 9 N.m (80 lb in).

  9. Install the starter motor. Refer to Starter Motor Replacement (4.3L Engine) or Starter Motor Replacement (4.8L, 5.3L, and 6.0L Engines) or Starter Motor Replacement (6.6L (LB7) Engine) or Starter Motor Replacement (6.6L (LLY) Engine) or Starter Motor Replacement (8.1L Engine) in Engine Electrical.
    10. Fig 6: Installing The Fuel Feed/Return Hose Clip To The Bracket (4WD)
    GM773665Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  10. If equipped with 4WD, install the fuel feed/return hose clip to the bracket.
    11. Fig 7: Installing The Vent Hose Clip To The Fuel Feed/Return Hose Bracket (4WD)
    GM773664Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  11. If equipped with 4WD, install the vent hose clip (1) to the fuel feed/return hose bracket.
    12. Fig 8: Installing The Vent Hose Clip To The Bracket (4WD)
    GM773663Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  12. If equipped with 4WD, install the vent hose clip to the bracket.
    13. Fig 9: Installing The Clamp Securing The Harness To The Fuel Feed/Return Pipe Bracket (4WD)
    GM772343Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  13. If equipped with 4WD, install the clamp securing the harness to the fuel feed/return pipe bracket.
  14. Install the engine harness clips to the fuel feed/return line clips and transmission.
  15. Connect the following engine harness electrical connectors:
    • VSS (1)
    • Backup lamp switch (3)
    • Oxygen sensor (4)
    16. IMPORTANT: DO NOT rely on an audible click or a visual verification on the clutch hydraulic hose quick connect fitting connection.
    Fig 10: Connecting The Clutch Actuator Cylinder Hose To The Clutch Master Cylinder Hose
    GM102888Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  16. Connect the clutch actuator cylinder hose to the clutch master cylinder hose.
  17. Push together the clutch hydraulic hose quick connect fittings, then pull back on the fittings to verify engagement.
  18. Check the clutch hydraulic hoses for kinks or twists.
  19. If vehicle is a 4WD, install the transfer case. Refer to Transfer Case Assembly Replacement in Transfer Case - NVG 236/246-NP8 (Two Speed Automatic) or Transfer Case Assembly Replacement in Transfer Case - NVG 261-NP2 (Two Speed Manual).
  20. If vehicle is a 2WD, install the propeller shaft. Refer to Propeller Shaft Replacement - One Piece or Propeller Shaft Replacement - Two Piece in Propeller Shaft.
  21. Fill the transmission with fluid.
  22. Install the shift lever assembly. Refer to Shift Lever Assembly Replacement .
  23. Bleed the clutch hydraulic system. Refer to Hydraulic Clutch Bleeding in Clutch.
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