Blazer 4WD V6-4.3L VIN X (2005)
8. Tighten the pinion nut while holding the J8614-01.
Tighten the pinion nut until the pinion end play is just taken up. Rotate the pinion while tightening the nut to seat the bearings.
9. Measure the rotating torque of the pinion. Compare the measurement with the rotating torque recorded earlier.
Tighten the pinion nut, in small increments, as needed, until the torque required in order to rotate the pinion is 0.40 - 0.57 Nm (3 - 5 inch lbs.)
greater than the torque recorded during removal.
10. Once the specified torque is obtained, rotate the pinion several times to ensure the bearings have seated. Recheck the rotating torque and adjust if
necessary.
11. Install the propeller shaft to the pinion yoke.
Align the reference marks made during removal.
12. Install the yoke retainers and the yoke retainer bolts to the pinion yoke.
Tighten the yoke retainer bolts to 20 Nm (15 ft. lbs.).
13. Inspect the axle lubricant level, and add, if necessary.
14. Install the brake rotors.
15. Install the brake calipers.
16. Install the tire and wheel assemblies.
17. Lower the vehicle.
