Axle Shaft Replacement - GMC G Service Manual

I c j Tighten
The pinion nut in additional small increments until the
torque necessary to rotate the pinion exceeds the
original recorded value by 0.35 N*m (3 in. lbs.).
4. Propeller shaft. Refer to PROPELLER SHAFT
(SEC. 4A).
• Lower the vehicle and road test.
Figure 21 — Installing the Pinion Seal
(9 3/4- AND 10 1/2-INCH RING GEAR)
The following rear axle procedures apply to vehicles
equipped with rear drum brakes. However, if the model to
be serviced has rear disc brakes, refer to HYDRAULIC
FOUNDATION BRAKES (SEC. 5A2) for the appropriate
brake-related procedures.

AXLE SHAFT REPLACEMENT

Remove or Disconnect (Figures 23 and 24)
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1. Bolts (55) (figure 23).
• Rap the axle shaft (53) flange lightly with a soft-
faced hammer to loosen the shaft.
• Grip the rib on the axle shaft (53) flange with a
locking plier and twist to start shaft removal.
2. Axle shaft (53) from the tube.
FULL FLOATING AXLE
REAR AXLE 4B1-15
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Figure 22 — Installing the Pinion Flange
FHiff Clean
Axle shaft (53) flange. Remove old RTV or gasket
(51).
Outside face of the hub (49) assembly.
Inspect
All parts and replace as necessary.
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