Silverado 1500 4WD V8-6.0L Hybrid (2009)
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Press the bearing on until the cone seats on the pinion.
5. Using the J 24433 - installer and a hydraulic press, install the inner pinion bearing.
6. Install the new collapsible spacer.
7. Lubricate the pinion bearings with axle lubricant. Refer to Fluid and Lubricant Recommendations .
8. Install the outer pinion bearing into the pinion bearing retainer.
9. Using the J 44414 - installer , install the new pinion oil seal.
10. Install the pinion in the pinion gear bearing retainer.
11. Install the drive pinion flange/yoke. Refer to Drive Pinion Flange/Yoke and/or Oil Seal Replacement (See: Pinion Flange/Service and
Repair/Rear Drive Axle) .
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Do not apply sealant to the pinion gear bearing retainer at this time.
12. Install the original shim to the pinion bearing retainer. If the original shim is not available, install a 0.41 mm (0.016 in) shim to build pinion depth.
13. Install the pinion gear bearing retainer to the axle housing.
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution (See: Service Precautions/Vehicle Damage Warnings/Fastener Caution) .
14. Install the pinion bearing retainer bolts and tighten to 88 Nm (65 lb ft) .
