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Installation Procedure

  1. GM6590748Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Fuel Sender Seal (2) - Install NEW

  2. Fuel Sender (1) - Install
  3. GM5169696Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Transfer Hose (1) - Connect - Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service 

  4. GM5169687Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Fuel Sender Retaining Ring (1) - Install - CH - 48482  Fuel Sender Lock Ring Wrench (2)

  5. GM5169685Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Electrical Connector (1) - Connect [2x]

  6. GM5163191Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Fuel Tank (1) - Install

  7. GM5163180Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Fuel Tank Strap (2) - Install [2x]

  8. Fuel Tank Strap Bolt (1) - Install and tighten [4x] - Fastener Specifications
  9. Remove the adjustable jack from under the fuel tank.
  10. Connect the hose and wiring harness retainers as necessary.
  11. GM5163171Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Evaporative Emission Canister Vent Hose (2) - Connect - Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service 

  12. Fuel Pump Fuel Feed Hose (1) - Connect - Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service 
  13. GM5163165Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Evaporative Emission Canister Vent Hose (4) - Connect - Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service 

  14. Fuel Tank Filler Hose (3) - Install
  15. Fuel Tank Filler Hose Clamp (2) - Tighten - Fastener Specifications
  16. Wiring Harness (1) - Connect
  17. GM6465201Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Rear Wheel Drive Differential Carrier Housing Gasket (2) - Install NEW

  18. Driveline Torque Tube (1) @ Differential Carrier Assembly - Install
  19. Using a suitable jack stand support the driveline torque tube.
  20. GM6466037Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    NOTE:

    The driveline torque tube and differential carrier are balanced as an assembly. When re-using the original driveline torque tube it should be re-installed in the same position in relation the pinion splines.

    Ensure the driveline torque tube and pinion spline marks (1) are aligned.

  21. GM6465203Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    If NEW threaded components are being installed, loosen the adhesive using a metal pick or similar tool before proceeding. If threaded components are reused, prepare the threaded components using the following steps:

    1. Remove any loose cured adhesive from the external threads of the component using a lint free cloth.
    2. Thread the cleaned components into the internal mating threads and remove to loosen trapped cured adhesive.
    3. Remove loose debris from internal and external threads using compressed air.
    4. Apply liquid thread locking adhesive in a strip along half of the length of the external threads, starting at the tip, just prior to installation. Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers
  22. Driveline Torque Tube Bolt (1) - Install and tighten [6x] - Fastener Specifications
  23. GM6465202Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Differential Carrier Front Bolt (1) - Install and tighten - Fastener Specifications

  24. Remove the jack stand from under the differential carrier.
  25. Install the propeller shaft. Two-Piece Propeller Shaft Replacement
  26. Remove the support and lower the vehicle.
  27. Refill the fuel tank.
  28. Inspect for fuel leaks.