K 3500 Truck 4WD V8-6.5L DSL Turbo VIN S (1999)
The pinion oil seal and the pinion flange may be replaced with the carrier assembly installed in the vehicle.
1. Raise the vehicle.
2. Disconnect the propeller shaft.
3. Make an alignment mark (1) on the pinion stem, pinion nut and pinion flange (2) for use as an installation guide.
4. Remove the pinion nut using J8614-01.
5. Remove the flange using J 8614-01 with the special nut and forcing screw.
6. Pry the oil seal from the bore.
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Do not damage the machined surfaces
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Clean any foreign material from the contact area
7. Inspect the following
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The oil seal mating surfaces for any burrs which may cause seal failure
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Flange deflector for any abnormality such as cracking or distortion
8. Replace parts as necessary.
Installation Procedure
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Tools Required
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J 8614-01 Pinion Flange Holder/Remover
