Tahoe 2WD V8-5.3L VIN Z Flex Fuel (2004)
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The differential case bearings
7. Place an alignment mark between the pinion and the pinion yoke.
8. Remove the pinion gear bearing retainer bolts.
9. Remove the pinion gear bearing retainer and the pinion.
10. Remove the selective shim.
11. Measure the amount of torque required to rotate the pinion. Use an inch-pound torque wrench. Record this measurement for reassembly.
12. Install the J8614-01 as shown.
13. Remove the pinion nut while holding the J 8614-01.
14. Remove the washer.
15. Install the J 8614-2 (2) and the J 8614-3 (1) into the J 8614-01 (3) as shown.
16. Remove the pinion yoke by turning the J 8614-3 (1) clockwise while holding the J 8614-01 (3).
17. Remove the pinion oil seal. Use a suitable seal removal tool. Do not damage the housing.
18. Remove the outer pinion bearing.
