Disassembly Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 GMC Sierra, 2009 GMC Cab & Chassis Sierra, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado, and 2009 Chevrolet Cab & Chassis Silverado. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Measure and record the overall length of the locking differential side gear assembly from the front of the locking differential side locking differential side gear to thrust washer.
- Remove the guide clips.
- Using the J 22912-01: puller (2), J 45232: replacer (1) and a hydraulic press, remove the locking differential side gear thrust sleeve.
- Remove the locking differential clutch disc thrust washer (7).
- Remove the locking differential side gear thrust sleeve (6).
- Remove the locking differential clutch disc set (1).
- Remove the locking differential clutch disc guide.
- Disassemble the locking differential clutch disc assembly (1).
NOTE:
The locking differential clutch disc guide is NOT serviced separately. It is serviced with the locking differential clutch disc assembly.