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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET1996CHEVY EXPRESS G2500, VAN CARGO, 4L60E/M30REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISDRIVELINES & AXLESDIFFERENTIALS & DRIVE AXLESDRIVE AXLE - DANA 10.5" & 11" FULL FLOATINGDRIVE AXLE ASSEMBLY SPECIFICATIONS
1996 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo, 4L60E/M30
Drive Axle Assembly Specifications
1996 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo, 4L60E/M30SECTION Drive Axle Assembly Specifications
DRIVE AXLE ASSEMBLY SPECIFICATIONS (1)
| Application | Specifications | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pinion Bearing Preload | ||||
| New Bearings | 35 INCH Lbs. (4 N.m.) | |||
| Used Bearings | 10 INCH Lbs. (1.2 N.m.) | |||
| Ring Gear Backlash | .005-.009" (.13-.23 mm) | |||
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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.