Silverado 3500 4WD V8-8.1L VIN G (2006)
3. Raise the jack in order to position the differential carrier.
4. Install the differential carrier lower mounting bolt and nut. Do not tighten the bolt at this time.
5. Pivot the differential carrier up and back on the lower mount bolt while it is being supported by the jack.
6. Install the differential carrier upper mounting bolt and nut. Do not tighten the bolt at this time.
7. Install the inner axle housing washers and nuts to the brackets.
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The inner axle housing bolts to 100 Nm (75 ft. lbs.).
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The upper and lower differential carrier bolts to 100 Nm (75 ft. lbs.).
8. Remove the adjustable jack from under the front differential carrier.
9. If equipped, install the front differential carrier shield. Refer to Shield Replacement .
10. If equipped, install the engine protection shield. Refer to Engine Protection Shield Replacement.
11. Remove the jack or utility stands from the rear of the vehicle.
12. Lower the vehicle.
