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Installation Procedure

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  1. Inspect the splines of the slip yoke for a sufficient coating of grease. If the splines of the slip yoke does not have a sufficient coating of grease, lubricate the shaft with grease, GM P/N 12345879 or equivalent, RWD w/Automatic Transmission Only.
  2. Install the propeller shaft into the transmission or transfer case. Align the reference marks made during removal.
  3. Install the propeller shaft (3) to the rear axle pinion yoke (4). Align the reference marks made during removal.
  4. Install the yoke retainers (2) and bolts (1). Tighten the yoke retainer bolts to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
  5. Lower the vehicle.