Remove & Install or Remove & Replace

1987 Chevrolet Chevy Van G20, 5.0 H, StandardSECTION Remove & Install or Remove & Replace
WARNING: This page is about the Chevy Van G10, 4.3 Z, Automatic, 400/M40, which is a different variant/trim than selected.
Applies ToNoteStandard HoursWarranty HoursSkill Level
One Piece Driveline,To Rear Axle0.50.3C
Three Piece Driveline,To Rear Axle,All2.41.8C
Three Piece Driveline,To Rear Axle,One,Front,Shaft1.00.8C
Three Piece Driveline,To Rear Axle,One,Intermediate Shaft1.10.9C
Three Piece Driveline,To Rear Axle,One,Rear,Shaft1.00.8C
Two Piece Driveline,To Rear Axle,Both,Assembly0.6C
Two Piece Driveline,To Rear Axle,One,Front,Shaft,w/o Slip Yoke0.70.5C
Two Piece Driveline,To Rear Axle,One,Front,Shaft,w/Slip Yoke0.60.4C
Two Piece Driveline,To Rear Axle,One,Rear,Shaft0.50.3C
Combination Procedure: CENTER SUPPORT BEARING: Remove & Replace:
Each0.30.3B
Combination Procedure: CONSTANT VELOCITY JOINT: Remove & Replace:
Each0.3B
Combination Procedure: CONSTANT VELOCITY JOINT BOOT: Remove & Replace:
Each0.2B
Combination Procedure: DIFFERENTIAL PINION FLANGE: Remove & Replace:
0.4B
Combination Procedure: DIFFERENTIAL PINION SEAL: Remove & Replace:
0.6B
Combination Procedure: PROPELLER SHAFT YOKE: Remove & Replace:
Each0.2B
RENDER: 1.0x

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.