Special Tools

2009 Chevrolet Tahoe Base, 4.8 CSECTION Special Tools
WARNING: This page does not describe the selected car, but rather 8 other vehicles, including the 2008 GMC Yukon XL, 2008 GMC Yukon, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban, and 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Illustration Tool Number/Description
GM2014Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
J 8001
Dial Indicator Set
GM396314Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
J 39544-KIT
Torque-Limiting Socket Set
GM573333Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
J 41013
Rotor Resurfacing Kit
GM380097Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
J 42450-A
Wheel Hub Resurfacing Kit
GM891822Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
J 45101
Hub and Wheel Runout Gage
GM891825Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
J 45101-100
Conical Brake Rotor Washers
RENDER: 1.0x

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