Extension Housing Gasket: Installation

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Install the extension housing and gasket.
1. Install the extension housing and gasket.
2. Install the bolts.
Fig 1: Installing Extension Housing And Gasket
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Install the rear mount and loosely install the bolt.

Fig 2: Installing Rear Mount
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Install the exhaust hanger and tighten the bolts.

Fig 3: Installing Exhaust Hanger
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Lower the transmission onto the rear crossmember and tighten the bolts.

Fig 4: Tightening Bolts
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NOTE: The output shaft and the driveshaft are a balanced assembly.

Fig 5: Identifying Position Driveshaft To Rear Differential

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Install the driveshaft.
- Align the index marks and position the driveshaft on the transmission.
- Position the driveshaft to the rear differential.

NOTE: To maintain driveshaft balance, install the driveshaft yoke and flange in the original position that was marked during removal.

Fig 6: Installing Driveshaft

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Install the driveshaft.
1. Install the driveshaft.
2. Install the bolts.