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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2008CHEVY EXPRESS G2500, VAN CARGO, 6.6 6REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISDRIVELINES & AXLESDIFFERENTIALS & DRIVE AXLESFRONT DRIVE AXLEREPAIR INSTRUCTIONSDIFFERENTIAL CASE ASSEMBLY DISASSEMBLYPROCEDURE

2008 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo, 6.6 6

Differential Case Assembly Disassembly: Procedure

2008 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo, 6.6 6SECTION Procedure

Place the differential case in a vise.

Fig 1: View Of Differential Side Bearing

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Install the J 22888-20A (2) and the J 8107-2 (1) as shown. See Special Tools .
Remove the differential side bearings using the J 22888-20A and the J 8107-2 . See Special Tools .

Fig 2: Identifying Ring Gear Bolts

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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.