Sierra 1500 4WD V8-5.3L VIN B HO (2006)
6. Drive the axle shaft seal into the axle tube using the J 45177, the J 33049 and a hammer.
7. Install the differential assembly.
8. Install the axle shafts.
9. Install the tire and wheel assembly.
10. Lower the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
Drive Pinion Flange/Yoke and/or Oil Seal Replacement (9.75 Inch Axle)
Drive Pinion Flange/Yoke and/or Oil Seal Replacement (9.75 Inch Axle)
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Tools Required
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J 8614-01 Flange and Pulley Holding Tool
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J 45710 Pinion Bearing Oil Seal Installer
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. Disconnect the propeller shaft from the rear axle pinion yoke.
3. Place an alignment mark between the pinion and the pinion yoke.
4. Install the J 8614-01 as shown.
5. Remove the pinion nut while holding the J 8614-01.
