Sierra 1500 4WD V8-5.3L VIN B (2005)
7. Install the J 8614-01 onto the pinion yoke as shown.
8. Tighten the pinion nut while holding the J 8614-01.
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Tighten the pinion nut to 370 Nm (273 ft. lbs.).
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
9. Install the propeller shaft to the rear axle pinion yoke.
10. Inspect and add axle lubricant to the axle housing, if necessary.
11. Lower the vehicle.
Drive Pinion Flange/Yoke and/or Oil Seal Replacement (All Except 9.75 Inch Axle)
Drive Pinion Flange/Yoke and/or Oil Seal Replacement (All Except 9.75 Inch Axle)
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Tools Required
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J 8614-01 Flange/Pulley Holding Tool
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J 22388 Rear Axle Pinion Oil Seal Installer - Rear (8.6 inch, 9.5 inch axle)
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J 44414 Rear Axle Pinion Oil Seal Installer (10.5 inch, 11.5 inch axle)
Removal Procedure
1. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
Important: Observe and mark the positions of all the driveline components, relative to the propeller shaft and the axles, prior to disassembly.
These components include the propeller shafts, drive axles, pinion flanges, output shafts, etc. Reassemble all the components in the exact places in
which you removed the parts. Follow any specifications, torque values, and any measurements made prior to disassembly.
2. Remove the tire and wheel assemblies (8.6 inch, 9.5 inch axles).
3. Remove the rear brake calipers (8.6 inch, 9.5 inch axles).
4. Remove the brake rotors (8.6 inch, 9.5 inch axles).
5. Remove the axle shafts (10.5 inch, 11.5 inch axle).
6. Reference mark the rear propeller shaft (3) to the rear axle pinion yoke (4).
7. Disconnect the propeller shaft from the axle. Wrap the bearing caps with tape in order to prevent the loss of bearing rollers. Support the propeller
shaft as necessary.
