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Final Assembly

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Saab 9-7X. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Inspect the alignment mark between the differential bearing adjuster and the differential carrier assembly case. If the line between the differential bearing adjuster and the differential carrier assembly case is not aligned, re-align the 2 components as necessary.
  2. Fig 1: Axle Seal Installer And Universal Driver Handle (Left)
    GM782727Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Install the left side inner shaft seal using the J 45225  (2) and the J 8092  (1). See Special Tools .
  4. Fig 2: Axle Seal Installer And Universal Driver Handle (Right)
    GM782610Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Install the right side inner shaft seal using the J 45225  (2) and the J 8092  (1). See Special Tools .
  6. Install the drain plug.

    Tighten:  Tighten the drain plug to 32 N.m (24 lb ft).

  7. Install the fill plug.

    Tighten:  Tighten the fill plug to 32 N.m (24 lb ft).