Silverado 1500 2WD V8-4.8L VIN V (2006)
13. Install the J 8614-2 (2) and the J 8614-3 (3) into the J 8614-01 (1) as shown.
14. Remove the pinion yoke by turning the J 8614-3 (3) clockwise while holding the J 8614-01 (1). Use a container in order to retrieve the lubricant.
15. Remove the pinion oil seal. Use a suitable seal removal tool. Do not damage the housing.
Installation Procedure
1. Install a new pinion oil seal using the J 22388 (8.6 inch, 9.5 inch axles) or the J 44414 (10.5 inch, 11.5 inch axle).
2. Apply sealant GM P/N 12346004 (Canadian P/N 10953480) or equivalent to the splines of the pinion yoke.
3. Install the pinion yoke. Align the marks made during removal.
4. Seat the pinion yoke onto the pinion shaft by tapping it with a soft-faced hammer until a few pinion shaft threads show through the yoke.
Notice: Refer to Pinion Flange/Yoke Installation Notice in Service Precautions.
5. Install the washer and a new pinion nut.
6. Install the J 8614-01 onto the pinion yoke as shown.
7. Tighten the pinion nut while holding the J 8614-01.
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Tighten the nut until the pinion end play is just taken up. Rotate the pinion while tightening the nut to seat the bearings.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
Important: If the rotating torque is exceeded, the pinion will have to be removed and a new collapsible spacer installed.
8. Measure the rotating torque of the pinion. Compare this measurement with the rotating torque recorded during removal.
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Tighten the nut in small increments, as needed, until the rotating torque is 0.40 - 0.57 Nm (3 - 5 inch lbs.) greater than the rotating torque
recorded during removal.
