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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006SUBURBAN C2500, 6.0 UREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1345 (REAR DRIVE AXLE)
2006 Chevrolet Suburban C2500, 6.0 U
Section 1345 (Rear Drive Axle)
2006 Chevrolet Suburban C2500, 6.0 USECTION Section 1345 (Rear Drive Axle)
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- Specifications
- Component Locator
- Diagnostic Information and Procedures
- Diagnostic Starting Point - Locking/Limited Slip Rear Axle
- Diagnostic Starting Point - Rear Drive Axle
- Symptoms - Locking/Limited Slip Rear Axle
- Symptoms - Rear Drive Axle
- Rear Drive Axle Noises
- Noisy in Drive
- Noisy When Coasting
- Intermittent Noise
- Constant Noise
- Noisy on Turns
- Wheel Bearing Wear - Rear Drive Axle (Straight)
- Wheel Bearing Wear - Rear Drive Axle (Tapered)
- Rear Axle Lubricant Leak Diagnosis
- Locking Differential Diagnosis
- Locking Rear Axle Does Not Lock
- Locking Rear Axle Locks in Turns
- Locking Rear Drive Axle Chatters in Turns
- Noise in Addition to Normal Clutch Engagement
- Repair Instructions
- Rear Axle Lubricant Level Inspection (8.6 Inch Axle)
- Rear Axle Lubricant Level Inspection (9.5 Inch LD Axle)
- Rear Axle Lubricant Replacement (8.6 Inch Axle)
- Rear Axle Lubricant Replacement (10.5 Inch Axle)
- Vent Hose Replacement
- Rear Axle Housing Cover and Gasket Replacement (8.6 Inch axle)
- Rear Axle Housing Cover and Gasket Replacement (10.5 Inch Axle)
- Rear Axle Shaft Replacement
- Rear Axle Shaft Seal and/or Bearing Replacement (8.6, 9.5 LD Axles)
- Rear Axle Shaft and/or Gasket Replacement
- Rear Axle Hub, Bearing, Cup, and/or Seal Replacement
- Drive Pinion Flange/Yoke and/or Oil Seal Replacement (10.5 Inch Axle)
- Drive Pinion Flange/Yoke and/or Oil Seal Replacement (8.6 Inch Axle)
- Drive Pinion Housing and/or Seal Replacement
- Drive Pinion and Ring Gear Replacement (10.5 Inch Axle)
- Drive Pinion and Ring Gear Replacement (8.6 Inch Axle)
- Drive Pinion Bearings Replacement (8.6 Inch Axle)
- Drive Pinion Bearings Replacement (10.5 Inch Axle)
- Differential Replacement (10.5 Inch Axle)
- Differential Replacement (8.6 Inch Axle)
- Differential Side Bearings Replacement
- Rear Axle Replacement (8.6 Inch Axle)
- Rear Axle Replacement (10.5 Inch Axle)
- Rear Axle Housing Replacement
- Differential Overhaul (8.6 Inch Axle)
- Differential Overhaul (10.5 Inch Axle)
- Bearings Inspection
- Differential Inspection
- Pinion and Ring Gear Inspection
- Rear Axle Housing Inspection
- Shims Inspection
- Pinion Depth Adjustment (10.5 Inch Axle)
- Pinion Depth Adjustment (8.6 Inch Axle)
- Differential Carrier Bearing Preload Adjustment (8.6 Inch Axle)
- Differential Carrier Bearing Preload Adjustment (10.5 Inch Axle)
- Wheel Bearing Adjustment
- Backlash Adjustment (8.6 Inch Axle)
- Backlash Adjustment (10.5 Inch Axle)
- Gear Tooth Contact Pattern Inspection
- Locking Differential Disassemble (10.5 Inch Axle)
- Locking Differential Disassemble (8.6 Inch Axle)
- Locking Differential Clutch Disc Assembly Disassemble (8.6 Inch Axle)
- Locking Differential Clutch Disc Assembly Disassemble (10.5 Inch Axle)
- Locking Differential Cam Unit Disassemble (8.6 Inch Axle)
- Locking Differential Cam Unit Disassemble (10.5 Inch Axle)
- Locking Differential Cleaning and Inspection
- Locking Differential Cam Unit Assemble (8.6 Inch Axle)
- Locking Differential Cam Unit Assemble (10.5 Inch Axle)
- Locking Differential Clutch Disc Assembly Assemble (8.6 Inch Axle)
- Locking Differential Clutch Disc Assembly Assemble (10.5 Inch Axle)
- Locking Differential Adjustment (8.6 Inch Axle)
- Locking Differential Adjustment (10.5 Inch Axle)
- Locking Differential Assemble (10.5 Inch Axle)
- Locking Differential Assemble (8.6 Inch Axle)
- Description and Operation
- Special Tools and Equipment
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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.