VUE AWD V6-3.5L VIN 4 (2004)
11. Install the dust deflector (2) to the input flange (1) if removed.
12. Install the input flange (2) to the clutch shaft.
13. Hand install a new input flange nut (1) to the clutch shaft.
14. Install the J 44873 (1) to the pinion flange (2).
15. Using a breaker bar to hold the J 44873 stationary, tighten the pinion nut.
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Tighten the nut to 203 Nm (150 ft. lbs.).
16. Thoroughly clean the drain plug threads and apply thread sealer to the plug threads.
17. Install the RDM drain plug.
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Tighten the plug to 30 Nm (22 ft. lbs.).