Silverado 1500 4WD V8-6.0L VIN U (2006)
10. If only the left side seal was removed, perform the following step. Install the seal using the J 45225 and a soft-faced mallet. Tap only on the center
portion of the J 45225 in order to drive the seal in evenly.
11. If only the left side seal was removed, perform the following step. Install the inner axle shaft into the differential case side gear using a soft-faced
mallet until the retaining ring on the inner axle shaft is fully seated within the groove in the differential case side gear. Pull back on the inner axle
shaft to ensure that the inner axle shaft is properly retained in the differential case side gear.
12. If only the left side seal was removed, perform the following step. Install the wheel drive shaft to the inner axle shaft.
13. If only the left side seal was removed, perform the following step. Install the wheel drive shaft to the inner axle shaft bolts.
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Tighten the wheel drive shaft to inner axle shaft bolts to 79 Nm (58 ft. lbs.).
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
14. Fill the differential carrier assembly. Use the correct fluid.
15. Lower the vehicle.
