Installation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Pontiac Torrent and 2009 Chevrolet Equinox. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: View Of Differential Assembly

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NOTE: When positioning the rear differential assembly in the rear cradle, leave enough room to access the clutch control module.

If replacing the clutch control module, the new module must be programmed. Refer to Control Module References .
Position the rear differential assembly in the rear cradle.

Fig 2: View Of Rear Differential Mounting Nuts

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Install the small electrical connector (1).
Install the large electrical connector (2).

NOTE: When installing the front mounting bolts tighten by hand.

Install the front mounting nuts (3).

Fig 3: Identifying Rear Differential Support Bushing Bolts

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Install the rear differential support bushing bolts.
Raise the rear differential assembly into place.

CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .

Tighten the front mounting nuts.
Tighten: Tighten the nuts to 122 N.m (90 lb ft).
Tighten the rear differential support bushing bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the nuts to 188 N.m (139 lb ft).
Remove the transmission jack stand.
Install the propeller shaft. Refer to Propeller Shaft Replacement .
Install the rear wheel drive shafts. Refer to Rear Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement .
Install the exhaust system. Refer to Exhaust System Replacement (LY7) or Exhaust System Replacement (LNJ) .
Install the spare tire.
Fill the rear differential assembly with fluid, if drained. Refer to Rear Axle Lubricant Replacement .
Lower the vehicle.