Chevrolet Silverado / GMC Sierra. Service manual — part 1466

2. Install the J 44420 (2) and the J 8092 (1) onto the differential case bearing as shown.

See Special Tools.

3. Drive the bearing onto the case using the J 44420 and the J 8092 . See Special Tools.

DIFFERENTIAL OVERHAUL (9.5/9.5LD INCH AXLES)

Tools Required

J 8092 Universal Driver Handle - 3/4 in - 10

J 22888-D Side Bearing Puller Kit

J 29710 Differential Side Bearing Installer

J 36597 Side Bearing Puller Pilot - 9.25 inch

Disassembly Procedure

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

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

Fig. 232: Removing Differential Side Bearing
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1. Remove the differential side bearings by performing the following steps:

1. Install the differential assembly into a vise.

2. Install the J 36597 (1) and the J 22888-20A (2) as shown. See Special Tools.

3. Remove the differential side bearings using the J 22888-20A . See Special Tools.

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

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

Fig. 233: Identifying Ring Gear Bolts
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2. Remove the gear bolts. Discard the bolts.

IMPORTANT: The ring gear bolts have left-hand threads.

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

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

Fig. 234: Removing Ring Gear From Differential
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3. Remove the ring gear from the differential case.

Drive the ring gear off with a brass drift if necessary.

NOTE:

Refer to Ring Gear Removal Notice .

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

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