K 1500 Suburban 4WD V8-5.3L VIN Z Flex Fuel (2003)
Constant Velocity Joint Boot: Service and Repair
Wheel Drive Shaft Seal Cover Replacement
Wheel Drive Shaft Seal Cover Replacement
Tools Required
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J41187 Band-it Type Tool
Disassembly Procedure
Important: Be careful when removing the clamps to avoid damaging the halfshaft seal cover.
1. Use side cutters to cut the halfshaft seal cover clamps (2) and the nylon strap (1).
2. Slide the halfshaft seal cover (1) off of the halfshaft, over the CV joint end.
3. Check the halfshaft seal cover (1) for rips, tears, worn spots or other damage. Reuse the halfshaft seal cover (1) if there is no damage visible.
Assembly Procedure