Silverado 1500 4WD V8-5.3L VIN B HO (2006)
8. Remove the inner pinion bearing from the pinion using the J 22912-01 and a hydraulic press.
9. Remove the outer pinion bearing cup using a hammer and a brass drift in the slots provided. Move the drift back and forth between one side of the
cup and the other in order to work the cups out of the retainer evenly.
10. Remove the inner pinion bearing cup using a hammer and a brass drift in the slots provided. Move the drift back and forth between one side of the
cup and the other in order to work the cups out of the retainer evenly.
11. Remove the pinion gear pilot bearing using a brass drift and a hammer.
Installation Procedure
1. Install the pinion gear pilot bearing using the J 22761.