Chevrolet Silverado / GMC Sierra. Service manual — part 1446

Fig. 166: Removing Pinion
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6. Remove the pinion.

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

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

Fig. 167: View Of Collapsible Spacer
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7. Remove the collapsible spacer.

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

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

Fig. 168: Removing Inner Pinion Bearing Using Hydraulic Press
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8. Using the J 22912-B and a hydraulic press, remove the inner pinion bearing from the

pinion.

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

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

Fig. 169: Removing Outer Pinion Bearing Cup
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IMPORTANT: Insert the brass drift in the slots to remove the bearing cup.

IMPORTANT: Move the drift back and forth between one side of the cup

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

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