Yukon/Denali 4WD V8-5.3L VIN T (2004)
Axle Shaft: Service and Repair
Front
Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement
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Tools Required
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J 45859 Axle Remover
Removal Procedure
1. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
2. Remove the wheel and tire assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation.
3. Remove the drive axle center cap, if equipped.
4. Insert a drift or a large screwdriver through the brake caliper into 1 of the brake rotor vanes in order to prevent the drive axle wheel drive shaft
from turning.
5. Remove the nut and the washer from the hub. Do not reuse the nut. A new nut must be used when installing the wheel drive shaft.
6. Using the J 45859 or equivalent, press the wheel drive shaft from the hub.
