K Yukon/Denali 4WD V8-6.5L DSL Turbo VIN S (1999)
1. Lubricate the cavity between the lips of the new seal with a high melting point lubricant.
2. Install the oil seal into the bore using the J 24384.
Important: Do not hammer the pinion flange (2) onto the pinion stem.
3. Install the pinion flange using the alignment marks (1) as a reference
4. Install the washer and a new pinion nut.
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Tighten the pinion nut on the pinion stem as close to the alignment mark (1) as possible without going past the mark
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Use the alignment mark and the thread count as a reference
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Tighten the nut a little at a time and turn the pinion flange (2) several times after each tightening in order to set the rollers
Important: If the recorded preload torque value was less than 3 inch lbs., reset the torque specification to 3-5 inch lbs..
5. Measure the torque required to rotate the pinion.
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Compare the rotating torque with the recorded value
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Continue tightening the pinion nut and measuring the torque until the recorded value is achieved
6. Align the propeller shaft with the alignment marks.
7. Connect the propeller shaft.
8. Install the retainers and bolts.
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Tighten the bolts to 20 Nm (15 ft. lbs.).
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
9. Add lubricant to the rear axle as necessary.
Pinion Oil Seal Replacement (11 Inch Ring Gear)
Removal Procedure
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Tools Required
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J 8614-01 Pinion Flange Holder/Remover
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J 24384 Pinion Oil Seal Installer
