Tahoe 4WD V8-5.3L (2007)
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 servicing the 8.25 inch axle, install the shock module. Refer to Shock Module Replacement.
13. If only the left side seal was removed, perform the following step. Install the wheel drive shaft to the inner axle shaft.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice.
14. If only the left side seal was removed, perform the following step. Install the wheel drive shaft to the inner axle shaft bolts.
Tighten the wheel drive shaft to inner axle shaft bolts to 79 N.m (58 lb ft).
15. Fill the differential carrier assembly. Use the correct fluid. Refer to Front Axle Lubricant Replacement.
16. Lower the vehicle.
Front Differential Drive Pinion Flange/Yoke, Seal, and Dust Deflector Replacement
Front Differential Drive Pinion Flange/Yoke, Seal, and Dust Deflector Replacement
Tools Required
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J 8614-01 Flange and Pulley Holding Tool
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J 36366 Pinion Oil Seal Installer
Removal Procedure
1. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
2. Drain the drive axle. Refer to Front Axle Lubricant Replacement.
3. Remove the tire and wheel assemblies.
4. Remove the brake calipers.
5. Remove the differential carrier assembly shield, if equipped.
6. Reference mark the relationship of the propeller shaft to the front axle pinon yoke.
