K 1500 Yukon 4WD V8-5.3L VIN T (2000)
Seals and Gaskets: Service and Repair
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Tools Required
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J 38807 Rear Drive Gear Bearing Retainer Seal Installer
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J 39314 Vibration Damper Installer
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J 38805 Main Shaft Nut Socket
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J 38805 Main Shaft Nut Socket
Removal Procedure
1. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Remove the rear propeller shaft. Refer to Propeller Shaft Replacement - One Piece or Propeller Shaft Replacement - Two Piece.
3. Remove the transfer case. Refer to Transfer Case Replacement.
4. Perform the following:
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Remove the bolts securing the extension housing to the transmission.
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Remove the extension housing from the transmission.
5. Remove the mainshaft nut and washer from the mainshaft using J 38805.
6. Remove the vibration damper from the mainshaft using a suitable gear puller.
