S15/T15 Sonoma P/U 2WD V6-4.3L VIN X (1998)
10. Remove the pinion yoke/flange using J 8614-01. Use a container in order to retrieve the lubricant.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
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Tools Required
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J 8614-01 Companion Flange Holder
1. Apply sealant (GM P/N 12346004) to the inside sealing surface of the pinion yoke/flange.
2. Apply seal lubricant (GM P/N 12377985) to the outside sealing surface of the pinion yoke/flange and the sealing lip of the pinion seal.
3. Install the pinion yoke/flange by tapping it with a soft-faced hammer until a few pinion shaft threads show through the yoke/flange.
NOTICE: Do not hammer the pinion flange/yoke onto the pinion shaft. Pinion components may be damaged if the pinion flange/yoke is
hammered onto the pinion shaft.
IMPORTANT: Install the pinion yoke/flange in the same position as marked during removal to maintain driveline balance.
4. Install the washer and a new nut using the J 8614-01.
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Tighten the nut until the pinion end play is just taken up. Rotate the pinion while tightening the nut to seat the bearings.
NOTICE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
IMPORTANT: Reference the number of exposed threads on the pinion shaft recorded during removal.