Firebird V8-5.7L VIN G (2001)
Important:
When replacing the pinion oil seal and/or the pinion flange/yoke, observe the following guidelines:
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When replacing only the pinion oil seal, the same style pinion oil seal must be used as the one that was removed.
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If replacing both the pinion oil seal and the pinion flange/yoke, the same style of pinion oil seal and the pinion flange/yoke must be used.
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The 2 lip and the 3 lip style pinion oil seals and pinion flange/yokes are not interchangeable.
1.
Install the new pinion gear oil seal. For the 2 lip style pinion oil seal, use the J 23911. For the 3 lip style pinion oil seal, use the J 33782.
2.
Apply sealant, GM P/N 12346004 (Canadian P/N 10953480) or equivalent, to the spines of the pinion flange/yoke.
Important:
Install the pinion gear flange/yoke to the pinion gear shaft in the same position as marked during removal in order to maintain correct driveline
balance.
3.
Align the reference mark on the pinion flange/yoke to the pinion gear shaft and install the drive pinion gear flange/yoke.
4.
Install the following components:
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The drive pinion gear washer
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The new drive pinion gear nut
5.
Hand tighten the drive pinion gear nut.
Notice:
Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
Important:
Do not exceed the rotating torque specification. If the rotating torque specification is exceeded, the collapsible spacer must be replaced.
