Sierra Denali AWD V8-6.0L VIN N (2004)
4. If only replacing the left side seal, perform the following steps:
4.1. Place an alignment mark between the inner axle shaft and the wheel drive shaft.
4.2. Disconnect the wheel drive shaft from the inner axle shaft.
4.3. Remove the inner axle shaft using a hammer and a brass drift.
4.4. Remove the inner axle shaft seal using a suitable seal remover tool.
5. If replacing both the left side seal and bearing, perform the following steps:
5.1. Remove the differential carrier assembly.
5.2. Place the differential carrier assembly into a vise.
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Clamp only on the mounting flange of the differential carrier assembly case.
5.3. Remove the inner axle shaft using a hammer and brass drift.
5.4. Install the J 29369-1, 8.25 inch axle, or the J 29369-2, 9.25 inch axle (1), behind the inner axle shaft seal or the inner axle shaft bearing as
necessary.
