Chevrolet Silverado / GMC Sierra. Service manual — part 1372

Fig. 185: Identifying Differential Side Bearing Components
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11. Install the differential side bearings by performing the following steps:

1. In order to protect the differential case, install the J 36597 in the case on the side

opposite the bearing installation. See Special Tools.

2. Install the J 29710 (2) and the J 8092 (1) onto the differential case bearing as shown.

See Special Tools.

3. Drive the differential case bearing onto the case using the J 29710 and the J 8092 .

See Special Tools.

FRONT DIFFERENTIAL DRIVE PINION GEAR BEARING CUP INSTALLATION (9.25 INCH
INCH AXLE W/J 45754)

Tools Required

J 45754 Pinion Bearing Race Remover/Installer - 9. See Special Tools.25 in Axle

Installation

1. Before assembly, lubricate the following parts with axle lubricant. Use the correct fluid.

Refer to Sealers, Adhesives, and Lubricants.

The pinion bearings

The pinion and the differential gears

The thrust washers

The pinion bearing cups

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

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

Fig. 186: Installing Outer Pinion Bearing Cup (9.25 Inch Axle)
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2. Install the outer pinion bearing cup into the outer pinion bearing cup bore.

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

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

Fig. 187: Installing J 45754-1 Over The Outer Pinion Bearing Cup (9.25 Inch Axle)
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3. Install the J 45754-1 over the outer pinion bearing cup.

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

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

Fig. 188: Installing J 45754-2 Over Inner Pinion Bearing Cup Bore (9.25 Inch Axle)
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4. Install the forcing screw (1), the J 45754-2 (2) into the inner pinion bearing cup bore.

5. Attach the forcing screw to the J 45754-1.

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

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