Avalanche 2500 4WD V8-8.1L VIN G (2003)
1. If installing the right side bearing, proceed as follows:
1.1.
Install the inner axle shaft housing into a vise.
Clamp only on the mounting flange of the inner axle shaft housing.
1.2.
Install the bearing with the square shoulder in using the J36609 (1) and the J8092 (2).
2. It installing the right side inner axle shaft seal, perform these steps:
2.1.
Install the inner axle shaft housing into a vise.
Clamp only on the mounting flange of the inner axle shaft housing.
2.2.
Install the new axle shaft seal using the J36600, 8.25 inch axle, or the J22833, 9.25 inch axle.
3. Install the inner axle shaft into the inner axle shaft housing.
Carefully tap the inner axle shaft into place with a soft-faced mallet.
4. Install the clutch fork assembly components.
5. Install the inner axle shaft and housing assembly to the differential carrier case assembly.
6. If installing the left side bearing and/or seal, perform these steps:
6.1.
Install the bearing with the square shoulder in using the J36609 (1) and the J8092 (2).
6.2.
Install the new axle shaft seal using the J36600, 8.25 inch axle, or the J22833, 9.25 inch axle.
6.3.
Install the inner axle shaft into the differential case side gear using a soft-faced mallet until the retaining ring on the inner axle shaft is fully
seated within the groove in the differential case side gear.
6.4.
Pull back on the inner axle shaft to ensure that the inner axle shaft is properly retained in the differential case side gear.
6.5.
Install the front differential carrier assembly.
7. Fill the differential carrier assembly. Use the proper fluid.
8. Lower the vehicle.
Differential Drive Pinion Flange/Yoke, Seal, and Dust Deflector Replacement - Front
Differential Drive Pinion Flange/Yoke, Seal, and Dust Deflector Replacement - Front
Tools Required
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J8614-01 Flange and Pulley Holding Tool
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J36366 Pinion Oil Seal Installer
Removal Procedure
1. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Remove the tire and wheel assemblies.
