Savana 1500 RWD V6-4.3L (2007)
8. Remove the inner pinion bearing cup and the oil deflector using the J 45703 , 9.75 inch axle, or the J 45706 , 10.5 inch axle (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 J 22912-B and a hydraulic press.
11. Remove the selective pinion shim.
Installation Procedure
1. For the 9.75 inch axle, install the inner pinion bearing cup using the J 45704 (2) and the J 8092 (1).
2. For the 10.5 inch axle, install the inner pinion bearing cup using the J 44417 (2) and the J 8092 (1).
3. Install the outer pinion bearing cup using the J 7818 (2) and the J 8092 (1).
4. Determine the selective pinion shim thickness and the pinion preload shim thickness for the drive pinion. Refer to Pinion Depth Adjustment (8.6
Inch Axle) Pinion Depth Adjustment (9.75 Inch, 10.5 Inch Axles) .
