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Installation Procedure

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  1. Install a new gasket and the rear axle housing cover (2).
    NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .
    IMPORTANT: Do not reuse the rear axle housing cover bolts.
  2. Install the new rear axle housing cover bolts (1).

    Tighten

    Tighten the bolts to 40 N.m (30 lb ft).

  3. Fill the rear axle. Use the proper fluid.
    4. Fig 1: Rear Axle Housing Cover & Bolts
    G01480601Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Install the rear axle fill plug.

    Tighten

    Tighten the rear axle fill plug to 33 N.m (24 lb ft).

  5. Lower the vehicle.
Fig 2: Rear Axle Fill Plug
G01480602Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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