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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2008CHEVY EXPRESS G3500, VAN PASSENGER EXTENDEDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 366 (FRONT DRIVE AXLE)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSDIFFERENTIAL CARRIER ASSEMBLY FINAL ASSEMBLY (8.25 F4WD)ASSEMBLY
2008 Chevrolet Chevy Express G3500, Van Passenger Extended

Differential Carrier Assembly Final Assembly (8.25 F4WD): Assembly

2008 Chevrolet Chevy Express G3500, Van Passenger ExtendedSECTION Assembly
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  1. Inspect the alignment mark between the differential bearing adjuster and the differential carrier assembly case. If the line between the differential bearing adjuster and the differential carrier assembly case is not aligned, re-align the 2 components as necessary.
  2. Bend the differential adjuster nut lock tabs over the differential adjuster nut sleeves, 9.25 inch axle - right side.
    3. Fig 1: Left Side Differential Bearing Adjuster Nut Lock & Bolt (9.25 Inch Axle)
    GM685960Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Install the differential adjuster nut lock, 9.25 inch axle - left side.
    4. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .
  4. Install the differential adjuster nut lock bolt.

    Tighten:  Tighten the differential adjuster lock nut bolt to 20 N.m (15 lb ft).

  5. Using the correct fluid, lubricate the clutch shaft pilot bearing with axle lubricant. Refer to Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers .
    6. Fig 2: Identifying Differential Carrier Assembly Bolts
    GM205917Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Install the clutch shaft to the differential carrier case half.
    7. Fig 3: View Of Vent Hose Connector
    GM847064Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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