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Installation Procedure

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    Fig 1: Identifying Axle Shaft Seal
    GM1809272Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Install the J 8092  to the J 33832  . See Special Tools .
  2. Using the J 8092  and the J 33832  , install the axle shaft seal (1). See Special Tools .
  3. Lift and position the differential in the rear cradle.
  4. Fig 2: View Of Right Rear Differential Support Bushing Bolt
    GM1816830Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Install the left rear support bolt.
  6. Fig 3: View Of Differential Mount
    GM1816752Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Install right differential support bushing nut (2). Refer to Differential Housing Support Bushing Replacement (Front)  or Differential Housing Support Bushing Replacement (Rear) .
  8. Install the left differential mount (1). Refer to Differential Housing Support Bushing Replacement (Front)  or Differential Housing Support Bushing Replacement (Rear) .
  9. Remove the transmission jack stand.
  10. Install the right rear wheel drive shaft. Refer to Rear Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement
  11. Install the propeller shaft. Refer to Propeller Shaft Replacement .
  12. Install the exhaust system. Refer to Exhaust System Replacement (LY7) or Exhaust System Replacement (LNJ)
  13. Remove the spare tire.
  14. Fill the rear differential with fluid. Refer to Rear Axle Lubricant Replacement