Savana 2500 V6-4.3L VIN X (2005)
2. Remove the fill plug.
3. Remove the rear axle housing cover bolts.
Discard the bolts.
4. Remove the rear axle housing cover.
Drain the lubricant into a suitable container.
5. Remove the sealant from the rear axle housing and the rear axle housing cover.
Installation Procedure
1. Apply an approximately 3.18 - 6.35 mm (1/8 - 1/4 inch) high and 3.18 - 6.35 mm (1/8 - 1/4 inch) wide bead of sealant, GM P/N 12346240
(Canadian P/N 10953493) or equivalent, to the rear axle housing cover.
The sealant is to be applied in the middle of the rear axle housing cover flange and on the inside of all bolt hole openings as shown.
2. Install the rear axle housing cover.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
3. Install the new rear axle housing cover bolts.
Tighten the rear axle housing cover bolts to 61 Nm (45 ft. lbs.).
