Silverado 1500 4WD V8-6.0L (2010)
Note: Support the wheel drive shaft in order to not over flex the CV joint.
4. If only replacing the left side seal, perform the following steps:
1. Place an alignment mark between the inner axle shaft and the wheel drive shaft.
2. If servicing the 8.25 inch axle, remove the shock module. Refer to Shock Absorber and Spring Assembly Replacement (See: Steering and
Suspension/Suspension/Suspension Strut / Shock Absorber/Service and Repair/Front Suspension Shock Absorber/Shock Absorber and Spring
Assembly Replacement).
3. Disconnect the wheel drive shaft from the inner axle shaft.
4. Remove the inner axle shaft using a hammer and a brass drift.
5. Remove the inner axle shaft seal using a suitable seal remover tool.
5. If replacing both the left side seal and bearing, perform the following steps:
1. Remove the differential carrier assembly. Refer to Differential Carrier Assembly Replacement (1500 FWD) (See: Service and Repair
)Differential Carrier Assembly Replacement (2500 4WD) (See: Service and Repair).
2. Place the differential carrier assembly into a vise.
