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Installation Procedure

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    Fig 1: View Of Correct Axle Bushing Installation
    GM1381558Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE: Ensure that the orientation of the axle bushings are correct before the installing the axle bushings.
  1. Position the new bushings into the rear axle with the rubber end (1) is facing inboard.
  2. Align the largest notch (2) of the bushing with that of the wheel hub center (3).
  3. Fig 2: Installing Bushing
    GM855067Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE: Make sure the bushing is still oriented correctly.
  4. Using the J 44570-1 or the J-44570-4 (2), J 44570-3 (3), and the J 44570-2 (1) install the rear axle bushing.
  5. Hand tighten the axle bracket to body bolts just enough to hold the brackets flush to the body.
  6. Install the bolts from the body and the lower shock absorber bolts to the rear axle. Refer to Rear Axle Replacement .
  7. Install the rear wheels. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
  8. Remove the supports and lower the vehicle.