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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 2003 🢒 Corvette 🢒 Driveline/Axle 🢒 Rear Drive Axle 🢒 Axle Vibration Damper Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 71503 Size: SH
  1. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
  2. Remove the LH rear tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
  3. Remove the damper/tuned absorber mounting bolts.
  4. Remove the damper/tuned absorber.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 71503 Size: SH
  1. Install the damper/tuned absorber to the differential.

    2. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  2. Install the damper/tuned absorber mounting bolts.

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the damper/tuned absorber mounting bolts to 25 N·m (18 lb ft).

  3. Install the LH rear tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
  4. Lower the vehicle.