Sierra 1500 4WD V6-4.3L (2008)
Important: If the axle is difficult to remove, perform the following service procedure.
13. Using the J 45859 (1) and the J 2619-01 (2), remove the axle shaft from the differential housing.
Installation Procedure
1. Install the axle shaft in the differential housing allowing the splines to engage the differential side gears.
2. On axles without a locking differential, place the C-lock on the button end of the axle shaft.
3. On axles with a locking differential, keep the pinion shaft partially withdrawn.
4. Install the brake drum
5. On axles with a locking differential, place the C-lock (1) on the axle shaft (3) so that the ends are flush with the thrust block (2).
6. On axles with a non-locking differential, place the C-lock on the button of the of axle shaft.
