Yukon XL 2500 4WD V8-6.0L VIN U (2005)
6. Remove the axle shaft from the tube.
7. Remove the gasket.
8. Clean the axle shaft flange and the outside face of the hub assembly.
Installation Procedure
1. Install the gasket onto the axle shaft.
2. Install the gasket and the axle shaft into the axle tube.
1. Ensure the shaft splines mesh into the differential side gear.
2. Align the holes in the axle flange and the gasket with the holes in the hub.
3. Notice:
Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.Install the axle flange bolts.Tighten the rear axle flange bolts to 156 Nm (115 ft. lbs.).
4. Install the tire and wheel assembly.
5. Inspect and add axle lubricant to the axle housing, if necessary.
6. Lower 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. 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.
Raise the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Disconnect the propeller shaft from the rear axle pinion yoke.
3. Place an alignment mark between the pinion and the pinion yoke.
