Bravada 4WD V8-5.3L VIN P (2004)
Seals and Gaskets: Service and Repair
Front Drive Axle
Drive Pinion Flange/Yoke, Seal, and Dust Deflector Replacement
Differential Drive Pinion Flange/Yoke, Seal, and Dust Deflector Replacement - Front
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Tools Required
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J 8614-01 Flange and Pulley Holding Tool
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J 33782 Pinion Oil Seal Installer
Removal Procedure
1. Raise the vehicle.
2. Remove the engine protection shield.
3. Remove the front propeller shaft.
4. Remove the rear steering gear crossmember.
5. Measure the torque required in order to rotate the pinion. Use an inch-pound torque wrench. Record the torque value for reassembly. This will
give the combined preload for the following components:
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The pinion bearings
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The pinion seal
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The carrier bearings
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The axle bearings
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The axle seals
6. Scribe an alignment line between the pinion shaft and the pinion yoke.
