Installation Procedure

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IMPORTANT: Inspect the input shaft bearing retainer for any nicks or cracks that may result in a leak. Replace as necessary.

Position a NEW oil seal in the input shaft bearing retainer.

Fig 1: Positioning A New Oil Seal In The Input Shaft Bearing Retainer
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Using a suitable tool, install the oil seal.

Fig 2: Apply RTV Sealer To The Inside Edge Of The Bearing Retainer Mating Surface

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Apply RTV sealer GM P/N 12345739 (Canadian P/N 10953472), or equivalent to the inside edge of the bearing retainer mating surface.
Position the input shaft bearing retainer.

Fig 3: Positioning The Input Shaft Bearing Retainer
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Align the bearing retainer oil drain hole with the drain hole in the transmission housing.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

Install the input shaft bearing retainer bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the bolts to 14 N.m (10 lb ft).

Fig 4: Installing The Clutch Actuator Cylinder

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Install the clutch actuator cylinder and the bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the bolts to 8 N.m (71 lb in)
Install the transmission. Refer to Transmission Replacement .
Lower the vehicle.