Escalade AWD V8-6.2L (2009)
Note: Observe and mark the positions of all the driveline components, relative to the propeller shaft and the axles, prior to disassembly. These
components include the propeller shafts, drive axles, pinion flanges, output shafts, etc. Reassemble all the components in the exact places in which
you removed the parts. Follow any specifications, torque values, and any measurements made prior to disassembly.
1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle (See: Maintenance/Vehicle Lifting/Service and Repair).
2. Drain the axle lubricant. Refer to Differential Oil Replacement (10.5 Inch Axle) (See: Fluid - Differential/Service and Repair/Removal and
Replacement/Differential Oil Replacement (10.5 Inch Axle))Differential Oil Replacement (8.6 Inch Axle) (See: Fluid - Differential/Service and
Repair/Removal and Replacement/Differential Oil Replacement (8.6 Inch Axle))Differential Oil Replacement (9.5LD Inch Axle) (See: Fluid -
Differential/Service and Repair/Removal and Replacement/Differential Oil Replacement (9.5LD Inch Axle)).
3. Remove the rear axle shafts. Refer to Rear Axle Shaft and/or Gasket Replacement (See: Drive Axles, Bearings and Joints/Seals and
Gaskets/Service and Repair/Rear Axle Shaft and/or Gasket Replacement).
4. Remove the rear propeller shaft from the vehicle. Refer to Rear Propeller Shaft Replacement (See: Drive/Propeller Shafts, Bearings and
Joints/Drive/Propeller Shaft/Service and Repair/Rear Propeller Shaft Replacement).
5. Remove the drive pinion flange/yoke and/or oil seal. Refer to Drive Pinion Flange/Yoke and/or Oil Seal Replacement (See: Pinion
Flange/Service and Repair/Drive Pinion Flange/Yoke and/or Oil Seal Replacement).
6. Using a hydraulic press and an appropriate tool, remove the pinion.
7. Remove the collapsible spacer.
Note: When performing the following service procedure, move the drift back and forth between one side of the cup and the other in order to work
the cups out of the retainer evenly.
8. Using a hammer and a brass drift in the slots provided, remove the outer pinion bearing cup.
