K 1500 Suburban 4WD V8-5.3L VIN T (2002)
Pinion Bearing: Specifications
Front Drive Axle
Pinion bearing preload (New Bearings) ................................................................................................................................... 1.7-3.4 Nm (15-30 in.lbs.)
Pinion bearing preload (Used Bearings) .................................................................................................................................... 1.1-2.8 Nm (10-25 in.lbs.)
Pinion bearing and differential case bearing preload
(New Bearings) ......................................................................................................................................................................... 3.4-6.2 Nm (30-55 in.lbs.)
Pinion bearing and differential case bearing preload
(Used Bearings) ........................................................................................................................................................................ 2.8-5.6 Nm (25-50 in.lbs.)
Rear Drive Axle
Bearing Cap Bolts (8.6" Axle) .............................................................................................................................................................. 75 Nm (55 ft. lbs.)
Bearing Cap Bolts (9.5" Axle) .............................................................................................................................................................. 85 Nm (63 ft. lbs.)
Bearing Cap Bolts (10.5" Axle) ......................................................................................................................................................... 185 Nm (136 ft. lbs.)
Differential Bearing Adjuster Nut Lock Bolt (9.5" Axle) ..................................................................................................................... 26 Nm (19 ft. lbs.)
Differential Bearing Adjuster Nut Lock Bolt (10.5" Axle) ................................................................................................................... 27 Nm (20 ft. lbs.)
Pinion Bearing Cage Bolts (10.5" Axle) ............................................................................................................................................... 88 Nm (65 ft. lbs.)
