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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2008CHEVY EXPRESS G2500, VAN CARGO, 6.6 6REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1811 (FRONT DRIVE AXLE)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSDIFFERENTIAL CARRIER ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENTREMOVAL PROCEDURE
2008 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo, 6.6 6
Removal Procedure
2008 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo, 6.6 6SECTION Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Cadillac STS. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
- Lower the front frame assembly. Refer to Front Frame Replacement .
- Remove front propeller shaft from the differential and position out of the way. Refer to Front Propeller Shaft Replacement .
- Remove the right front wheel drive shaft. Refer to Front Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement (Left) or Front Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement (Right) .
- Remove the left front wheel drive shaft. Refer to Front Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement (Left) or Front Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement (Right) .
- Remove the intermediate wheel drive shaft support bearing. Refer to Front Drive Axle Intermediate Shaft Bearing Assembly ReplacementΒ .
- Position a transmission jack beneath the differential.
- Firmly secure the differential to the transmission jack.
- Remove the front differential to oil pan mounting bolts.
- Disengaging the intermediate wheel drive shaft and the front differential from the oil pan.
NOTE:
The intermediate wheel drive shaft and the differential are to be installed and removed as a assembly.
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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.