Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2019 GMC Savana 3500, 2019 GMC Savana 2500, 2019 Chevrolet Express 3500, and 2019 Chevrolet Express 2500. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Install the axle shaft into the rear axle housing, allowing the splines to engage the differential side gear.
On axles without a locking differential, place the C-lock on the button end of the axle shaft.
- On axles with a locking differential, keep the pinion shaft partially withdrawn.
On axles with a locking differential, place the C-lock (1) on the axle shaft (3) so that the ends are flush with the thrust block (2).
- Pull the shaft flange outward in order to seat the C-lock in the differential gear.
- Install rear wheel speed sensor. Rear Wheel Speed Sensor Replacement (8.6 Axle) , or Rear Wheel Speed Sensor Replacement (JH9) , or Rear Wheel Speed Sensor Replacement (JH6) , or Rear Wheel Speed Sensor Replacement (10.5 Axle)
Align the hole in the pinion shaft with the bolt hole in the differential case.
- Install the new pinion shaft locking bolt.
- For the 8.6 inch axle, tighten the pinion shaft locking bolt to 36 N.m (27 lb ft).
- For the 9.5 inch axle, tighten the pinion shaft locking bolt to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).
- Install the rear axle housing cover and the gasket. Rear Axle Housing Cover and Gasket Replacement (10.5 Inch Axle) , or Rear Axle Housing Cover and Gasket Replacement (9.5 Inch Axle)
- Install the brake rotor. Rear Brake Rotor Replacement (JH6) , or Rear Brake Rotor Replacement (JH9)
- Install the tire and wheel assembly. Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation (Without Dual Rear Wheels) , or Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation (With Dual Rear Wheels)
- Fill the rear axle with the proper axle lubricant. Rear Axle Lubricant Level Inspection (10.5 Inch Axle) , or Rear Axle Lubricant Level Inspection (9.5 Inch Axle)
- Lower the vehicle.
CAUTION:
Refer to Fastener Caution .