H2 V8-6.2L (2008)
16. Tighten the pinion nut while holding the J 8614-01 .
Tighten the nut until the pinion end play is just taken up. Rotate the pinion while tightening the nut to seat the bearings.
17. Measure the rotating torque of the drive pinion using an inch-pound torque wrench.
The rotating torque of the drive pinion should be 1.7-3.4 N.m (15-30 lb in).
18. If the rotating torque of the drive pinion is less than 1.7 N.m (15 lb in), continue to tighten the pinion nut until the specified torque is obtained.
Rotate the pinion several times to ensure the bearings have seated. Recheck the rotating torque and adjust if necessary.
19. If the rotating torque of the drive pinion is greater than 3.4 N.m (30 lb in), remove the drive pinion and replace the collapsible spacer and re-install
the drive pinion following the steps above.
20. Install the differential assembly. Refer to Differential Replacement (See: Service and Repair/Removal and Replacement/Rear Drive
Axle/Differential Replacement) .
21. Install the brake rotors. Refer to Rear Brake Rotor Replacement (See: Brakes and Traction Control/Disc Brake System/Brake Rotor/Disc/Service
and Repair/Removal and Replacement/Rear Brake Rotor Replacement) .
22. Install the brake calipers. Refer to Rear Brake Caliper Replacement (See: Brakes and Traction Control/Disc Brake System/Brake Caliper/Service
and Repair/Removal and Replacement/Rear Brake Caliper Replacement) .
23. Install the tire and wheel assemblies. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation (See: Maintenance/Wheels and Tires/Service and Repair)
.
24. Fill the axle with lubricant. Use the proper fluid. Refer to Rear Axle Lubricant Replacement (See: Fluid - Differential/Service and
Repair/Removal and Replacement/Rear Drive Axle) .
25. Lower the vehicle.
