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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2002AVALANCHE 2500 4WD V8-8.1L VIN GREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISTRANSMISSION AND DRIVETRAINDIFFERENTIAL ASSEMBLYSERVICE AND REPAIRREAR DRIVE AXLEAXLE SHAFT REPLACEMENT10.5 INCH AXLE
2002 Chevrolet Avalanche 2500 4WD V8-8.1L VIN G
10.5 Inch Axle
2002 Chevrolet Avalanche 2500 4WD V8-8.1L VIN GSECTION 10.5 Inch Axle
Rear Axle Shaft and/or Gasket Replacement
Removal Procedure
1. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Remove the tire and wheel.
3. Remove the flange bolts.
4. Lightly tap the axle shaft with a soft-faced hammer in order to loosen the shaft.
5. Grip the rib on the axle shaft flange with locking pliers. Twist the axle shaft flange in order to start the axle shaft removal.
6. Remove the axle shaft from the tube.
7. Remove the gasket.
8. Clean the axle shaft flange and the outside face of the hub assembly.
Installation Procedure
1. Install the gasket onto the axle shaft.
2. Install the gasket and the axle shaft into the axle tube.
2.1. Ensure the shaft splines mesh into the differential side gear.
2.2. Align the holes in the axle flange and the gasket with the holes in the hub.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
3. Install the axle flange bolts.
^ Tighten the rear axle flange bolts to 156 Nm (115 lb ft).
4. Install the tire and wheel assembly.
5. Inspect and add axle lubricant to the axle housing, if necessary.
6. Lower the vehicle.
Removal Procedure
1. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Remove the tire and wheel.
3. Remove the flange bolts.
4. Lightly tap the axle shaft with a soft-faced hammer in order to loosen the shaft.
5. Grip the rib on the axle shaft flange with locking pliers. Twist the axle shaft flange in order to start the axle shaft removal.
6. Remove the axle shaft from the tube.
7. Remove the gasket.
8. Clean the axle shaft flange and the outside face of the hub assembly.
Installation Procedure
1. Install the gasket onto the axle shaft.
2. Install the gasket and the axle shaft into the axle tube.
2.1. Ensure the shaft splines mesh into the differential side gear.
2.2. Align the holes in the axle flange and the gasket with the holes in the hub.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
3. Install the axle flange bolts.
^ Tighten the rear axle flange bolts to 156 Nm (115 lb ft).
4. Install the tire and wheel assembly.
5. Inspect and add axle lubricant to the axle housing, if necessary.
6. Lower the vehicle.
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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.