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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCADILLAC2008ESCALADE RWD V8-6.2LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISTRANSMISSION AND DRIVETRAINDIFFERENTIAL ASSEMBLYSERVICE AND REPAIRREMOVAL AND REPLACEMENTLOCKING DIFFERENTIAL CAM UNIT DISASSEMBLE (10.5 INCH AXLE)
2008 Cadillac Escalade RWD V8-6.2L
Locking Differential Cam Unit Disassemble (10.5 Inch Axle)
2008 Cadillac Escalade RWD V8-6.2LSECTION Locking Differential Cam Unit Disassemble (10.5 Inch Axle)
Locking Differential Cam Unit Disassemble (10.5 Inch Axle)
Tools Required
* J 22912-O1 Split Plate Bearing Puller
* J 45232 Differential Bearing Adjuster Needle Bearing Installer - LH
1. Measure and record the overall length of the locking differential cam, side gear and clutch plate assembly from the front of the gear to the back of the thrust sleeve, including the locking differential clutch disc thrust washer.
2. Remove the guide clips.
3. Remove the thrust sleeve using the J 22912-O1 (2) and the J 45232 (1), if necessary, and a hydraulic press.
4. Disassemble the locking differential side gear cam unit and clutch disc assembly as follows:
1. Remove the clutch discs and the splined discs (6, 8-14).
2. Remove the wave washer (5).
3. Remove the fuse disc (4).
4. Remove the carbon eared disc (3).
5. Disassemble the cam plate (2) from the cam side gear (1).
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.