Installation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Hummer H2. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Inspect the splines of the transfer case output shaft for a sufficient coating of lubricant. If the output shaft does not have a sufficient coating of lubricant, lubricate the shaft with grease, GM P/N 12345879 (Canadian P/N 10953511) or equivalent lubricant meeting GM Specification 9985830.

Fig 1: Front Propeller Shaft

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If equipped with the double clamp style boot, perform the following steps to install the propeller shaft to the transfer case:
1. Install a new clamp in the groove of the propeller shaft boot.
2. Install the propeller shaft splines in the transfer case output shaft.

Fig 2: Boot, Groove & Transfer Case Output Shaft

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If equipped with the single clamp style boot, install the propeller shaft splines into the transfer case output shaft.

Fig 3: Front Propeller Shaft & Front Axle Pinion Yoke

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Install the propeller shaft (5) to the front axle pinion yoke (1).
Align the reference marks made during removal.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

Install the yoke retainers (7) and the bolts (6).
Tighten: Tighten the yoke retainer bolts to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
For both style of boots, install the boot onto the transfer case output shaft until the boot snaps into the groove on the output shaft.

Fig 4: Using J 43218 To Crimp Clamp

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If equipped with the double clamp style boot, use the J 43218 to crimp the clamp until the dimensions shown are obtained.
Install the transfer case shield. Refer to Transfer Case Shield Replacement in Transfer Case - BW 4484.
Lower the vehicle.