Avalanche 1500 2WD V8-5.3L (2008)
3. On axles without a locking differential, place the C-lock on the button end of the axle shaft.
4. On axles with a locking differential, keep the pinion shaft partially withdrawn.
5. On axles with a locking differential, place the C-lock (1) on the axle shaft (3) so that the ends are flush with the thrust block (2).
6. Pull the shaft flange outward in order to seat the C-lock in the differential gear.
7. Align the hole in the pinion shaft with the bolt hole in the differential case.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice .
8. Install the new pinion shaft locking bolt.
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For the 8.6 inch axle, tighten the pinion shaft locking bolt to 36 N.m (27 lb ft).
