Chevrolet Silverado / GMC Sierra. Service manual — part 1348

4WD).

DIFFERENTIAL CARRIER ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT (1500 FWD)

Removal Procedure

1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .

2. Remove the lower control arm crossmember. Refer to Drivetrain and Front Suspension

Frame Front Crossmember Replacement (1500, 2500 LD) .

3. Drain the differential carrier. Refer to Front Axle Lubricant Replacement.

IMPORTANT: If removing the differential carrier assembly to service other

components, it is not necessary to drain the differential
carrier.

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

2008 Driveline/Axle Front Drive Axle - Cab & Chassis Sierra, Cab & Chassis Silverado, Sierra & Silverado

Fig. 100: View Of Differential Carrier Wiring Harness
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

4. Remove the wiring harness from the differential carrier, if needed.

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

2008 Driveline/Axle Front Drive Axle - Cab & Chassis Sierra, Cab & Chassis Silverado, Sierra & Silverado

Fig. 101: View Of Front Axle Actuator Electrical Connector
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

5. Remove the electrical connector from the actuator motor.

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

2008 Driveline/Axle Front Drive Axle - Cab & Chassis Sierra, Cab & Chassis Silverado, Sierra & Silverado

Fig. 102: View Of Differential Carrier Vent Hose
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

6. Remove the differential carrier vent hose.

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

2008 Driveline/Axle Front Drive Axle - Cab & Chassis Sierra, Cab & Chassis Silverado, Sierra & Silverado