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Installation Procedure

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    Fig 1: View Of Rear Axle Assembly
    GM1483211Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Place the rear axle assembly under the vehicle.
  2. Align the rear axle assembly with the springs.
  3. Connect the spacers, the spring plates and the U-bolts to the rear axle.
  4. Raise the rear axle assembly into position.
    5. CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .
  5. Install the washers if equipped and the nuts to the U-bolts.

    Tighten:  The nuts in a criss cross pattern to 72 N.m (53 lb ft).

  6. Install the vent hose to the rear axle vent fitting. Refer to Vent Hose Replacement .
  7. Connect the shock absorbers to the rear axle. Refer to Shock Absorber Replacement (2500, 3500) or Shock Absorber Replacement (1500) .
  8. Install the brake lines and the brake line bracket bolts to the axle.
  9. Connect the parking brake cable. Refer to Parking Brake Rear Cable Replacement - Left Side (JD9) or Parking Brake Rear Cable Replacement - Left Side (JF3, JF7, JG4) or Parking Brake Rear Cable Replacement - Left Side (JH6, JH7) and Parking Brake Rear Cable Replacement - Right Side (JD9) or Parking Brake Rear Cable Replacement - Right Side (JF3, JF7, JG4) or Parking Brake Rear Cable Replacement - Right Side (JH6, JH7) .
  10. Install the tire and wheel assemblies. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
  11. Connect the propeller shaft. Refer to One-Piece Propeller Shaft Replacement .
  12. Fill the axle with lubricant. Use the proper fluid. Refer to Approximate Fluid Capacities and Fluid and Lubricant Recommendations (USA and Canada) .
  13. Remove the utility stands.
  14. Lower the vehicle.
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