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Installation Procedure

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  1. Inspect the splines of the transfer case output shaft for a sufficient coating of lubricant. If the output shaft does not have a sufficient coating of lubricant, lubricate the shaft with grease, GM P/N 12345879 (Canadian P/N 10953511), or equivalent lubricant meeting GM Specification 9985830.
    2. Fig 1: View Propeller Shaft, Clamp & Shaft Boot
    GM1736164Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. Install the propeller shaft boot (2).
  3. Install the propeller shaft boot clamp (1).
    4. Fig 2: View Of Boot & Groove On Transfer Case Output Shaft (Single Clamp Style Boot)
    GM914937Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Install the propeller shaft splines into the transfer case output shaft.
    5. Fig 3: Front Propeller Shaft & Front Axle Pinion Yoke
    GM914933Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Install the propeller shaft (5) to the front axle pinion yoke (1).

    Align the reference marks made during removal.

    6. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .
  6. Install the yoke retainers (7) and the bolts (6).

    Tighten:  Tighten the yoke retainer bolts to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).

  7. Install the boot onto the transfer case output shaft until the boot snaps into the groove on the output shaft.
  8. Using the J 43218  to crimp both clamps. See Special Tools .
  9. Lower the vehicle.
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