Silverado 3500 2WD V8-6.6L DSL Turbo VIN 2 (2004)
Axle Shaft: Service and Repair
Rear Axle Shaft Replacement
8.6 Inch, 9.5 Inch Axles
Rear Axle Shaft Replacement (8.6 Inch, 9.5 Inch Axles)
Removal Procedure
1. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Remove the tire and wheel assembly.
3. Remove the brake caliper.
4. Remove the rear cover and the gasket.
5. Remove the pinion shaft locking bolt.
6. On axles without a locking differential, remove the pinion shaft.
