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For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure

  1. Raise the vehicle. Refer Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
  2. Turn the front wheels to the left in order to provide access to the left side of the differential carrier assembly.

  3. Object Number: 847066  Size: SH
  4. Remove the differential carrier assembly hole plug from the differential carrier assembly.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 847066  Size: SH
  1. Install the differential carrier assembly hole plug into the differential carrier assembly.
  2. Apply a small amount of sealer GM P/N 12346004 (Canadian P/N 10953480) or equivalent onto the threads.

    Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

  3. Tighten the differential carrier assembly hole plug.
  4. Tighten
    Tighten the differential carrier assembly hole plug to 28 N·m (21 lb ft).

  5. Turn the front wheels to the straight ahead position.
  6. Lower the vehicle.