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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006SUBURBAN C2500, 6.0 UREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1345 (REAR DRIVE AXLE)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSBACKLASH ADJUSTMENT (8.6 INCH AXLE)NOTES
2006 Chevrolet Suburban C2500, 6.0 U
Backlash Adjustment (8.6 Inch Axle): Notes
2006 Chevrolet Suburban C2500, 6.0 USECTION Notes
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Special Tools
- J 8001 Dial Indicator Set
- J 24429 Side Bearing Backlash Spanner. See Special Tools .
- J 25025 Guide Pins. See Special Tools .
IMPORTANT:
- Ensure that the side bearing surfaces in the axle housing are clean and free of burrs. If the original bearings are to be reused, the original bearing cups must also be used.
- The differential side bearings must be initially preloaded in order to determine the backlash of the gear set. After the backlash is set, the final bearing preload is set.
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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.