Colorado 4WD L4-2.9L (2008)
3. Remove the propeller shaft.
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For vehicles equipped with one piece propeller shafts, refer to One-Piece Propeller Shaft Replacement (See: Drive/Propeller Shafts, Bearings
and Joints/Drive/Propeller Shaft/Service and Repair/One-Piece Propeller Shaft Replacement) .
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For vehicles equipped with two piece propeller shafts, refer to Two-Piece Propeller Shaft Replacement (See: Drive/Propeller Shafts, Bearings
and Joints/Drive/Propeller Shaft/Service and Repair/Two-Piece Propeller Shaft Replacement) .
4. Measure the amount of torque required to rotate the pinion. Use an inch-pound torque wrench. Record this measurement for reassembly. This will
give the combined preload for the following components:
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The pinion bearings
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The pinion oil seal
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The differential case bearings
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The axle bearings
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The axle seals
