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Installation Procedure

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  1. With the aid of an assistant, maneuver the differential carrier so that the wheel drive shafts can be installed.
  2. Fig 1: Differential Carrier Assembly
    GM1751840Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Install the differential carrier assembly.
  4. Fig 2: Right Differential Carrier Mounting Nuts And Washers
    GM1751768Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    CAUTION:

    Refer to Fastener Caution .

  5. Install the right mounting nuts and washers.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the mounting nuts to 100 N.m (75 lb ft).

  6. Fig 3: Left Differential Carrier Mounting Bolts
    GM1751779Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Install the left mounting bolts for the differential carrier.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the mounting nuts to 100 N.m (75 lb ft).

  8. Remove the transmission jack stand.
  9. Fig 4: Differential Carrier Wiring Harness
    GM1752191Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  10. Install the wiring harness on the differential carrier, if needed.
  11. Fig 5: Front Axle Actuator Electrical Connector
    GM834234Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  12. Install the electrical connector to the actuator motor, if needed.
  13. Fig 6: Differential Carrier Vent Hose
    GM1751853Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  14. Install the differential carrier vent hose.
  15. Install the propeller shaft. Refer to Front Propeller Shaft Replacement .
  16. Fig 7: Wheel Drive Shaft Inboard Flange Bolt - Front Drive Axle
    GM763646Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  17. Install the wheel drive shaft mounting bolts.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the mounting bolts to 79 N.m (58 lb ft).

  18. Install the lower control arm crossmember. Refer to Drivetrain and Front Suspension Frame Front Crossmember Replacement (1500, 2500 2WD) , Drivetrain and Front Suspension Frame Front Crossmember Replacement (2500 4WD) .
  19. Fill the differential carrier. Refer to Front Axle Lubricant Replacement .
  20. Remove the support and lower the vehicle.