Tahoe 2WD V8-5.3L VIN Z Flex Fuel (2004)
8. Remove the inner pinion bearing cup and the oil deflector using the J 45703 (2) and the J 42176 (1).
9. Remove the outer pinion bearing cup using the J 45705 and the J 42176.
10. Remove the inner pinion bearing using the J22912-01 and a hydraulic press.
11. Remove the pinion position shim.
Installation Procedure
1. Install the oil deflector into the inner pinion cup bore.