Chevrolet Silverado / GMC Sierra. Manual — part 1555

output shaft.

8. Using the J 43218 to crimp both clamps. See Special Tools.

9. Lower the vehicle.

ONE-PIECE PROPELLER SHAFT REPLACEMENT

Removal Procedure

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

IMPORTANT: Observe and accurately reference mark all driveline

components relative to the propeller shaft and axles before
disassembly. These components include the propeller
shafts, the drive axles, the pinion flanges, the output shafts,
etc. All components must be reassembled in the exact
relationship to each other as they were when removed. In
addition, published specifications and torque values, as well
as any measurements made prior to disassembly must be
followed.

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

2008 DRIVELINE/AXLE Propeller Shaft - Cab & Chassis Sierra, Cab & Chassis Silverado, Sierra & Silverado

Fig. 12: Yoke Retainers, Rear Axle Pinion Yoke & Bolts
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

2. Reference mark the propeller shaft to the rear axle pinion yoke.

3. Reference mark the propeller shaft to the transmission or transfer case.

4. Remove the bolts (1) and the yoke retainers (2) from the rear axle pinion yoke (3).

NOTE:

When removing the propeller shaft, do not attempt to remove
the shaft by pounding on the yoke ears or using a tool between
the yoke and the universal joint. If the propeller shaft is
removed by using such means, the injection joints may fracture
and lead to premature failure of the joint.

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

2008 DRIVELINE/AXLE Propeller Shaft - Cab & Chassis Sierra, Cab & Chassis Silverado, Sierra & Silverado

Fig. 13: Rear Propeller Shaft & Rear Axle Pinion Yoke
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

5. Slide the propeller shaft forward in order to disconnect the propeller shaft from the rear

axle pinion yoke.

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

2008 DRIVELINE/AXLE Propeller Shaft - Cab & Chassis Sierra, Cab & Chassis Silverado, Sierra & Silverado