Tools Required
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.
- J 34672 Depth Micrometer. See Special Tools .
- J 34673 Flat Gage Bar. See Special Tools .
- J 8001 Dial Indicator Set
The front drive axle clutch gear shim needs to be measured and adjusted if any of the following parts are replaced:
- The inner axle shaft
- The inner axle shaft housing
- The clutch shaft
- The differential carrier case
- The ring and pinion gears
- The differential assembly
- The differential bearings
- The carrier connector
Front drive axle clutch shims are available in the following sizes:
| 8.25 Inch Axle | 9.25 Inch Axle |
|---|---|
| 1.27 mm (0.05 in) | 1.30 mm (0.05 in) |
| 1.52 mm (0.06 in) | 1.52 mm (0.06 in) |
| 1.78 mm (0.07 in) | 1.80 mm (0.07 in) |
| 2.03 mm (0.08 in) | 2.03 mm (0.08 in) |
| 2.29 mm (0.09 in) | 2.30 mm (0.09 in) |
| 2.54 mm (0.10 in) | 2.54 mm (0.10 in) |
| 2.70 mm (0.11 in) | 2.80 mm (0.11 in) |
| 3.05 mm (0.12 in) | 3.05 mm (0.12 in) |
| 3.30 mm (0.13 in) | 3.30 mm (0.13 in) |
| 3.56 mm (0.14 in) | 3.55 mm (0.14 in) |
| 3.81 mm (0.15 in) | 3.80 mm (0.15 in) |
| - | 4.05 mm (0.16 in) |
| - | 4.30 mm (0.17 in) |
| - | 4.55 mm (0.18 in) |
| - | 4.80 mm (0.19 in) |