Sierra Denali AWD V8-6.2L (2008)
3. Install the inner pinion bearing using the J 24433 .
Press the bearing on until the cone seats on the pinion.
4. Install a new collapsible spacer.
5. Lubricate the pinion bearings with axle lubricant. Use the proper fluid. Refer to Fluid and Lubricant Recommendations .
6. Install the pinion into the pinion gear bearing retainer.
7. Install the outer pinion bearing onto the pinion.
8. Install a new pinion oil seal using the J 44414 .
9. Apply sealant, GM P/N 12346004 (Canadian P/N 10953480) or equivalent, to the splines of the pinion yoke.
10. Install the pinion yoke.
Align the marks made during removal.
Notice: Do not hammer the pinion flange/yoke onto the pinion shaft. Pinion components may be damaged if the pinion flange/yoke is hammered
onto the pinion shaft.
11. Seat the pinion yoke onto the pinion shaft by tapping it with a soft-faced hammer until a few pinion shaft threads show through the yoke.
12. Install the washer and a new pinion nut.
