Chevrolet Silverado / GMC Sierra. Manual — part 1355

Fig. 129: View Of Wheel Drive Shaft Inboard Flange Bolt - Front Drive Axle
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

11. Install the wheel drive shaft inboard flange to inner axle shaft bolts, both sides.

Tighten: Tighten the wheel drive shaft inboard flange to inner axle shaft bolts to 79 N.m
(58 lb ft).

12. Install the relay rod. Refer to Relay Rod Replacement .

13. Install the front propeller shaft to the differential carrier assembly. Refer to Front

Propeller Shaft Replacement .

14. Fill the differential carrier assembly. Use the correct fluid. Refer to Front Axle Lubricant

Replacement.

15. Install the front differential carrier assembly shield, if equipped. Refer to Shield

Replacement.

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

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

16. Install the engine protection shield. Refer to Engine Shield Replacement .

17. Remove the utility stands.

18. Lower the vehicle.

BRACKET REPLACEMENT (1500)

Fig. 130: View Of Front Differential Carrier Mounting Brackets, Nuts & Bolts
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

Callout

Component Name

Preliminary Procedure:
Remove the front differential assembly. Refer to Differential Carrier Assembly
Replacement (1500 FWD) or Differential Carrier Assembly Replacement (2500
4WD).

1

Front Differential Carrier Mounting Bracket Bolt (Qty: 4)

NOTE:

Refer to Fastener Notice .

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

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