CTS V6-3.2L VIN N (2003)
2.
Apply a small amount of lubricant, GM P/N 1051344 (Canadian P/N 993037), or equivalent, to the front and rear propeller shaft centering
bushings.
3.
Inspect the propeller shaft to flange nuts (4), bolts (6) and washers (5). Replace if damaged or worn. Install the rear propeller shaft coupler (2) to
the differential flange (3).
4.
Rest the support bearing on the support device.
Important:
If reusing the propeller shaft to flange nuts and bolts - to ensure proper adhesion and fastener retention, the threads must be free of debris prior
to the application of threadlocker.
5.
Thoroughly clean the threads using denatured alcohol, or equivalent, and allow to dry. Apply threadlocker, GM P/N 12345493 (Canadian P/N
10953488), or equivalent, to the propeller shaft to the flange bolt. Ensure that there are no gaps in the threadlocker along the length of the filled
area of the bolt. Allow the threadlocker to cure approximately ten minutes before installation.
6.
Install the propeller shaft coupler-to-differential flange washers (5) to the propeller shaft coupler-to-differential flange bolts (6).
7.
Install the propeller shaft coupler-to-differential flange bolts (6) and washers (5) to the propeller shaft coupler (2) and differential flange (3).
Note:
Refer to Fastener Notice In Cautions and Notices.
8.
Install the propeller shaft coupler-to-differential flange nuts (4).
Tighten
Tighten the propeller shaft coupler-to-differential flange bolts and nuts to 85 N.m (63 lb ft).
9.
Push the front propeller shaft (3) to the rear of the vehicle and install the propeller shaft coupler (2) to the transmission flange (1).
Important:
If reusing the propeller shaft to flange nuts and bolts - to ensure proper adhesion and fastener retention, the threads must be free of debris prior
to the application of threadlocker.
