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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2019TAHOE LS, 4WD, GAS/ETHANOLREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 88 (REAR SUSPENSION SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSREAR AXLE REPLACEMENTREMOVAL PROCEDURE
2019 Chevrolet Tahoe LS, 4WD, Gas/Ethanol

Removal Procedure

2019 Chevrolet Tahoe LS, 4WD, Gas/EthanolSECTION Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2018 Chevrolet Sonic. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
  2. Remove the tires and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
  3. Remove the park brake cables from the rear axle. Refer to Parking Brake Cable Replacement .
    4. NOTE:

    Cap the rear brakes lines so as to prevent the hydraulic brake system from being contaminated.

  4. Remove the rear brake line from the rear axle. Refer to Brake Pipe Replacement .
    5. NOTE:

    Relocate the rear brake assembly to the side using mechanics wire.

  5. Remove the rear wheel bearing/hub from the rear axle. Refer to Rear Wheel Bearing and Hub Replacement .
  6. Using a hydraulic jack stand, support the rear axle assembly.
  7. GM2539862Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Using a bright colored paint, mark (1) the outline of the rear axle mounting bracket to the chassis to properly align the rear axle to the chassis for installation.

    8. NOTE:

    Before removing the spring and insulator's, note the relationship of the spring and insulators to the body and the rear axle.

  8. Lower the rear axle and remove the rear springs and the insulators. Refer to Rear Spring, Insulator, and Jounce Bumper Replacement .
  9. GM2500476Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    NOTE:

    DO NOT remove the rear axle mounting bolts at this time.

    Loosen the mounting bolts (1) for the rear axle.

  10. With the aide of an assistant, remove the mounting bolts. DISCARD the bolts.
  11. GM2500672Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    With the mounting bolts removed, lower the rear axle assembly (1).

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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.