Express 1500 RWD V6-4.3L VIN X (2005)
Ring Gear: Service and Repair
9.75 Inch, 10.5 Inch Axles
Drive Pinion and Ring Gear Replacement (9.75 Inch, 10.5 Inch Axles)
Tools Required
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J22536 Pinion Driver
Removal Procedure
1. Raise the vehicle.
2. Remove the differential assembly.
3. Remove the drive pinion yoke and the pinion oil seal.
4. Remove the thrust washer.
5. Install the J22536as shown.
Ensure that the J22536 is firmly seated on the pinion.
6. Drive the pinion out using the J22536 and a hammer.
Strike the J22536 slowly. Do not let the pinion fall out of the rear axle housing.
7. Remove the pinion preload shims from the drive pinion and set aside.
8. Remove the inner pinion bearing and the pinion position shim.
