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Installation Procedure

    Fig 1: View Of Torque Tube & Differential Pinion Shaft
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  1. Align the splines on the torque tube shaft to the differential pinion shaft.
  2. Install the torque tube (1) to the differential (2).
  3. Fig 2: Torque Tube And Components
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    NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .
  4. Install the torque tube-to-bracket through bolt (7).

    Tighten:  Tighten the torque tube-to-bracket through bolt nut (1) to 64 N.m (47 lb ft).

  5. Fig 3: Identifying Torque Tube-To-Differential Bolts
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  6. Install the torque tube-to-differential carrier bolts (1).

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolts to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).

  7. Install the front propeller shaft. Refer to Propeller Shaft Replacement .
  8. Remove the jack stand from under the front of the rear differential.
  9. Lower the vehicle.