Chevrolet Silverado / GMC Sierra. Manual — part 1353

Fig. 120: View Of Differential Carrier Upper Mounting Bolt
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16. Remove the differential carrier assembly upper mounting bolt and the nut.

17. Pivot the differential carrier assembly forward and down on the lower mount bolt while it is

being supported by the transmission jack.

18. Secure the differential carrier assembly to the jack.

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

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

Fig. 121: View Of Differential Carrier Lower Mounting Bolt
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19. Remove the differential carrier assembly lower mounting bolt and the nut.

20. Remove the differential carrier assembly.

Installation Procedure

1. Install the differential carrier assembly.

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

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

Fig. 122: View Of Differential Carrier Lower Mounting Bolt
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

2. Install the differential carrier assembly lower mounting bolt and the nut.

Do not tighten the bolt at this time.

3. Pivot the differential carrier assembly up and back on the lower mount bolt while it is being

supported by the transmission jack.

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

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