Axle Assembly Specifications

2002 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD, RWDSECTION Axle Assembly Specifications
AXLE ASSEMBLY SPECIFICATIONS

Application Specification
Pinion Bearing Preload (1) 35-57 INCH Lbs. (3.9-6.4 N.m)
Ring Gear Backlash .003-.010" (.08-.25 mm)
Side Bearing Preload
New Bearings 20-45 INCH Lbs. (2.3-5.1 N.m)
Used Bearings 10-25 INCH Lbs. (1.1-2.8 N.m)
(1) Preload measurement is torque needed to turn pinion in housing without differential case and ring gear installed.
RENDER: 1.0x

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