Removal Procedure

2008 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo, 6.6 6SECTION Removal Procedure
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  1. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
  2. Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
  3. Remove the rear wheel speed sensor. Refer to Rear Wheel Speed Sensor ReplacementΒ .
  4. Remove the rear axle housing cover. Refer to Rear Axle Housing Cover and Gasket Replacement .
  5. Remove the axle shaft. Refer to Rear Axle Shaft Replacement (8.6 Inch Axle w/Drum Brake w/VSES) or Rear Axle Shaft Replacement (8.6 Inch Axle w/Drum Brakes w/o VSES) or Rear Axle Shaft Replacement (8.6, 9.5 Inch Axles w/VSES) .
  6. Fig 1: Removing Wheel Speed Sensor Ring From Axle Housing
    GM889095Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Remove the axle shaft seal, the bearing and the wheel speed sensor ring from the axle housing using the J 45857Β  (1) and the J 2619-01Β  (2). See Special ToolsΒ .
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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.