CTS V6-3.2L VIN N (2003)
ensure proper adhesion and fastener retention.
8. Prepare the pinion shaft threads and the pinion flange nut for assembly:
8.1.
Thoroughly clean the residue from the pinion shaft threads by using denatured alcohol or equivalent and allow to dry.
8.2.
Thoroughly clean the residue from the pinion flange nut by using denatured alcohol or equivalent and allow to dry.
9. Apply threadlocker GM US P/N 12345382, Canada P/N 10953489, or equivalent to two-thirds of the threaded length of the pinion shaft threads.
Ensure that there are no gaps in the threadlocker along the length of the filled area of the pinion shaft threads.
10. Allow the threadlocker to cure approximately ten minutes before installation.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
11. Install the drive pinion flange nut to the pinion shaft. While holding the J45012 tighten the drive pinion nut.
Tighten the pinion flange nut to 285 Nm (210 ft. lbs.).
12. Remove the J45012from the pinion flange.
Important: The propeller shaft flange bolts must be installed toward the flanges. There are arrow on the coupler pointing toward the flange as a
reference.
13. Install the propeller shaft coupler-to-differential flange bolts and nuts.
Tighten the propeller shaft coupler-to-differential flange bolts to 85 Nm (63 ft. lbs.).
14. Inspect the fluid level.
15. Lower the vehicle.
