Blazer 4WD V6-4.3L VIN X (2005)
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The axle bearings
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The axle seals
12. Scribe a line (1) on the pinion shaft and the pinion yoke (2). Record the number of exposed threads on the pinion shaft.
13. Install the J8614-01 onto the pinion as shown.
14. Remove the pinion nut while holding the J8614-01.
15. Install the J8614-2 (2) and the J8614-3 (3) into the J8614-01(1) as shown.
16. Remove the pinion yoke by turning the J8614-3 (3) clockwise while holding the J8614-01 (1).
Important: Carefully pry the seal from the bore. Do not distort or scratch the aluminum case.
17. Remove the oil seal using a flat-bladed tool.
18. Remove the dust deflector from the pinion yoke by doing the following:
