Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2015 Chevrolet Trax and 2015 Buick Encore. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Position the propeller shaft (1) in the vehicle.
- Install two of the rear propeller shaft bolts (1) and washer (2) to hold the propeller shaft in place to the differential clutch flange.
- Install two of the front propeller shaft bolts (1) and washer (2) to hold the propeller shaft in place to the front differential pinion flange.
- Position the propeller shaft center bearing (2) in the mounting bracket.
- Install the center bearing bolts (1) and tighten to 42 (31 lb ft).
- Install the remaining rear propeller shaft bolts (1) and washers (2) and tighten the bolts (1) to 36 (27 lb ft).
- Install the remaining front propeller shaft bolts (1) and washers (2) and tighten the bolts (1) to 36 (27 lb ft).
- Install the catalytic converter front heat shield. Refer to Catalytic Converter Front Heat Shield Replacement .
- Install the muffler assembly. Refer to Exhaust Muffler Replacement (2H0)Exhaust Muffler Replacement (LUV) .
- Remove the support and lower the vehicle.
CAUTION:
Refer to Fastener Caution .