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3. Install the rear suspension lower control arm reinforcement (2). 
4. Install the rear suspension lower control arm reinforcement bolts (1). 

Tighten the bolts to 22 N.m (16 lb ft) .

5. Install the rear lower control arms. Refer to Lower Control Arm Replacement  (See: Steering and Suspension/Suspension/Control Arm/Service and

Repair/Rear Suspension/Lower Control Arm Replacement) .

6. Install the rear differential. Refer to the appropriate procedure:

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Differential Replacement  (See: Transmission and Drivetrain/Differential Assembly/Service and Repair/Removal and Replacement/Differential
Replacement)for the 5L40-E/5L50-E automatic transmission

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Propeller Shaft, Differential, and Driveline Support Replacement  (See: Transmission and Drivetrain/Drive/Propeller Shafts, Bearings and
Joints/Drive/Propeller Shaft/Service and Repair/Propeller Shaft, Differential, and Driveline Support Replacement)for the Aisin AR5 manual
transmission

7. Lower the vehicle. 
8. Inspect for rear wheel alignment and adjust as necessary. Refer to Wheel Alignment Measurement  (See: Maintenance/Alignment/Service and

Repair/Wheel Alignment Measurement) .

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