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Support Rear Drive Module Mounting Bushing Replacement: Removal

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  1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to LIFTING AND JACKING THE VEHICLE .
  2. Remove the production muffler and resonator as an assembly.
  3. Remove the rear stabilizer shaft.
  4. Remove the rear drive module bracket to support bolt and nut. Discard the nut.
    Fig 1: Removing Drive Module Bracket Bolt & Nut
    G00370971Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Remove the rear drive module to rear drive module bolts and nuts. Discard the nuts.
  6. Remove the rear drive module bracket from the vehicle.
  7. Install the J-44866 to the support assembly in the following procedure:
    1. Position the large part of the tool over the bushing flange and against the frame.
    2. Install the bolt and washer.
    3. Install the small part of the tool against the bushing.
    4. Lube the threads of the J-44866 with extreme pressure (EP) lube.
      NOTE: Ensure the small end of the tool is aligned with the bushing.
    5. Install the bearing, washer and nut.
    6. Tighten the J-44866 in order to remove the bushing from the support assembly.
    Fig 2: Using J-44866 To Remove/Install Rear Drive Module Bushing
    G00370972Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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