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Installation Procedure

  1. Install the transmission mount to the mid-rail.
    2. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  2. Install the transmission mount to mid-rail bolts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolts to 27 N.m (20 lb ft).

    3. Fig 1: View Of Transmission Mount-To-Mid-rail Bolts
    GM851557Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Using a floor jack, raise the transmission until it contacts the transmission mount.
    4. Fig 2: Supporting Engine/Transmission With Hydraulic Floor Jack
    GM851552Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    IMPORTANT: The transmission mount to transmission bolts must be hand started. Do not pry the transmission or mount to align the holes.
  4. Hand start the transmission mount to bracket bolts using the following sequence:
    1. Rear bolt
    2. Middle bolt
    3. Front bolt
  5. Using the previous sequence, tighten the transmission mount bolts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolts to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).

    6. Fig 3: View Of Transmission Mount-To-Transmission Bracket Bolts
    GM1376169Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Install the underhood electrical center bracket to the vehicle and install the electrical center into position on the bracket. Refer to Underhood Electrical Center or Junction Block Bracket Replacement in Wiring Systems.
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