Chevrolet Silverado / GMC Sierra. Service manual — part 1438

Fig. 140: Installing Outer Pinion Bearing Cup
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2. Install the outer pinion bearing cup into the pinion gear bearing retainer using the J 8608

(2) and the J 8092 (1). See Special Tools.

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

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

Fig. 141: Installing Inner Pinion Bearing Using J 24433
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3. Install the inner pinion bearing using the J 24433 . See Special Tools.

Press the bearing on until the cone seats on the pinion.

4. Install a new collapsible spacer.

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

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

5. Lubricate the pinion bearings with axle lubricant. Use the proper fluid. Refer to Fluid and

Lubricant Recommendations .

Fig. 142: Pinion Retainer
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6. Install the pinion into the pinion gear bearing retainer.

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

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

7. Install the outer pinion bearing onto the pinion.

Fig. 143: Installing New Pinion Oil Seal Using J 44414
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8. Install a new pinion oil seal using the J 44414 . See Special Tools.

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

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