Silverado 2500 4WD V8-6.6L DSL Turbo (2010)
3. Reference mark the propeller shaft to the transmission or transfer case.
4. Remove the bolts (1) and the yoke retainers (2) from the rear axle pinion yoke (3).
Caution: When removing the propeller shaft, do not attempt to remove the shaft by pounding on the yoke ears or using a tool between the yoke
and the universal joint. If the propeller shaft is removed by using such means, the injection joints may fracture and lead to premature failure of the
joint.
5. Slide the propeller shaft forward in order to disconnect the propeller shaft from the rear axle pinion yoke.
6. Slide the propeller shaft rearward in order to disconnect the propeller shaft from the transmission or transfer case.
7. Remove the propeller shaft from the vehicle.
Installation Procedure
1. Inspect the splines of the slip yoke for a sufficient coating of lubricant. If the splines of the slip yoke do not have a sufficient coating of lubricant,
lubricate the shaft with lubricant GM P/N 12345879 (Canadian P/N 10953511) or with an equivalent lubricant meeting GM specification 9985830
(RWD w/4-speed Automatic Transmission).
2. Install the propeller shaft into the transmission or transfer case.
Align the reference marks made during removal.
