Sierra Classic 2500 4WD V8-6.0L (2007)
7. If both the left side bearing and seal was removed, perform the following step. Install the new axle shaft seal using the J 45225 (1) and the J 8092
(2).
8. If both the left side bearing and seal was removed, perform the following step. Install the inner axle shaft into the differential case side gear using a
soft-faced mallet until the retaining ring on the inner axle shaft is fully seated within the groove in the differential case side gear. Pull back on the
inner axle shaft to ensure that the inner axle shaft is properly retained in the differential case side gear.
9. If both the left side bearing and seal was removed, perform the following step. Install the front differential carrier assembly. Refer to Differential
Carrier Assembly Replacement.
10. If only the left side seal was removed, perform the following step. Install the seal using the J 45225 and a soft-faced mallet. Tap only on the center
portion of the J 45225 in order to drive the seal in evenly.
11. If only the left side seal was removed, perform the following step. Install the inner axle shaft into the differential case side gear using a soft-faced
mallet until the retaining ring on the inner axle shaft is fully seated within the groove in the differential case side gear. Pull back on the inner axle
shaft to ensure that the inner axle shaft is properly retained in the differential case side gear.
12. If only the left side seal was removed, perform the following step. Install the wheel drive shaft to the inner axle shaft.
