Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 GMC Sierra, 2004 GMC Cab & Chassis Sierra, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado, and 2004 Chevrolet Cab & Chassis Silverado. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Using J 22834-A install the NEW rear oil seal.
- If required, install the following:
- The yoke
- A NEW main shaft washer
- A NEW prop shaft yoke washer
- The main shaft nut
- If required, use J 8614-01
in order to keep the keep yoke from rotating.NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
- Tighten the main shaft nut.
Tighten: Tighten the nut to 441 N.m (325 lb ft).
- Install the rear propeller shaft. Refer to Propeller Shaft Replacement - One Piece or Propeller Shaft Replacement - Two Piece in Propeller Shaft.
- Check the transmission fluid level. Add if necessary.
- Lower the vehicle.