Avalanche 1500 2WD V8-5.3L VIN Z Flex Fuel (2005)
18. Apply sealant, GM P/N 1052942 (Canadian P/N 10953466) or equivalent, to the sealing surface of the pinion gear bearing retainer.
19. Install the selective shim. Align the tab on the shim with the unmachined surface of the pinion gear bearing retainer.
20. Apply sealant, GM P/N 1052942 (Canadian P/N 10953466) or equivalent, to the surface of the selective shim.
21. Install the pinion gear bearing retainer.
22. Install the pinion gear bearing retainer bolts.
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Tighten the pinion gear bearing retainer bolts to 88 Nm (65 ft. lbs.).
23. Measure the rotating torque of the pinion and the ring gear. Compare this measurement with the rotating torque recorded during removal.
The rotating torque of the pinion and the ring gear should be between 3.9 - 6.2 Nm (30 - 55 inch lbs.) for new bearings or 2.8 - 5.6 Nm (25 - 50
inch lbs.) for used bearings.
24. If the rotating torque of the pinion and the ring gear is not within specifications, adjust the preload of the pinion or the differential side bearings as
necessary.
25. Install the propeller shaft (3) to the pinion yoke (4).Align the reference marks made during removal.
26. Install the propeller shaft yoke retaining clamps and the bolts.
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Tighten the propeller shaft yoke retaining clamp bolts to 25 Nm (18 ft. lbs.).
27. Install the axle shafts.
28. Fill the axle with axle lubricant.
29. Lower the vehicle.
