K 1500 Suburban 4WD V8-5.3L VIN T (2002)
7. Remove the propeller shaft (5) from the transfer case output shaft by sliding the propeller shaft forward.
Installation Procedure
1. 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 lubricant GM P/N 12345879 (Canadian P/N 10953511) or with an equivalent lubricant meeting GM
specification 9985830.
2. Install the new clamp into the groove of the propeller shaft boot.
3. Install the propeller shaft splines into the transfer case output shaft.
4. Install the propeller shaft (5) to the front axle pinion yoke (1).
Align the reference marks that were made during removal.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
5. Install the yoke retainers (7) and the bolts (6).
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Tighten the yoke retainer bolts to 25 Nm (19 ft. lbs.).
6. Install the boot onto the transfer case output shaft until the boot is attached into the groove on the output shaft.
