C 1500 Truck 2WD V6-4.3L VIN X (2003)
Axle Shaft Assembly: Service and Repair
8.6 Inch, 9.5 Inch Rear Axle
REAR AXLE SHAFT REPLACEMENT (8.6 INCH, 9.5 INCH AXLES)
Removal Procedure
1. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Remove the tire and wheel assembly.
3. Remove the brake caliper.
4. Remove the rear cover and the gasket.
5. Remove the pinion shaft locking bolt.
6. On axles without a locking differential, remove the pinion shaft.
7. On axles with a locking differential, remove the shaft part way, Rotate the case until the pinion shaft touches the housing.
