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2002-03 DRIVE AXLES
Differential - Rear - Quadrasteer - Silverado, Sierra
MODEL IDENTIFICATION
Vehicle model can be identified by fifth character of Vehicle
Identification Number (VIN), stamped on metal pad on top of left
end of instrument panel, near windshield. See MODEL IDENTIFICATION
table.
MODEL IDENTIFICATION
DESCRIPTION
Quadrasteer(tm) is a 4-wheel steering system that dramatically
enhances low speed maneuverability, high speed stability, and
towing capability. The system is an electrically powered rear wheel
steering system comprised of the following components:
z A steerable, solid hypoid rear axle. z A steering wheel
position sensor located at the base of the steering column. z A
rear wheel position sensor located below the rear wheel steering
motor on the rear steering gear. z An electric motor driven
actuator. z A rear wheel steering control module. z A combined yaw
rate sensor/ lateral accelerometer sensor. z Three hall effect
switches in the motor assembly. z A mode select switch on the dash.
z A heavy duty wiring harness and fuse. z A Service 4 Wheel Steer
indicator in the IPC. z A shorting relay in the rear wheel steering
gear motor. z A power relay in the rear wheel steering control
module.
The rear wheel steering control module has these inputs:
z Battery voltage.
Series (1) Model"C" 2WD Sierra & Silverado"K" 4WD Sierra
& Silverado(1) Fifth character of VIN.
NOTE: This article covers Steering Mechanical Rear information
only. For Steering Electronic Rear information see ELECTRONIC -
REAR - SIERRA , SILVERADO, TAHOE article.
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z Switched battery voltage. z Rear wheel steering mode switch
signal. z Steering wheel position sensor analog. z Steering wheel
position sensor phase A z Steering wheel position sensor phase B z
Steering wheel position sensor marker pulse. z Rear wheel position
sensor position 1. z Rear wheel position sensor position 2. z
Vehicle speed signal. z Class 2 data. z Yaw rate signal. z Lateral
accelerometer signal. z Rear wheel steering motor actuator hall A.
z Rear wheel steering motor actuator hall B. z Rear wheel steering
motor actuator hall C.
The rear wheel steering control module has these outputs:
z Rear wheel steering motor actuator phase A control. z Rear
wheel steering motor actuator phase B control. z Rear wheel
steering motor actuator phase C control. z Rear wheel steering
motor shorting relay voltage. z Rear wheel steering module class 2
serial data. z 4- Wheel steer mode indicator supply voltage. z 4-
Wheel steer tow mode indicator supply voltage. z 2- Wheel steer
mode indicator supply voltage. z Rear wheel steering mode select
switch supply voltage. z Steering wheel position sensor 5 volt
reference. z Rear wheel position sensor 5 volt reference. z Rear
wheel steering motor hall sensor 12 volt reference. z Rear wheel
steering motor shorting relay voltage.
Separate connectors to the rear wheel steering control module
are provided for the following 4 capacities:
z Vehicle battery power. z The vehicle class 2 , steering wheel
position , mode select switch , lateral accelerometer , yaw
sensor,
speed sensor signals. z The motor phase power leads. z The motor
hall sensors, shorting relay, and rear wheel position sensor
signals.
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Fig. 1: Exploded View Of Steerable Rear Drive Axle (9.75" Ring
Gear) Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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Fig. 2: Exploded View Of Steerable Rear Drive Axle (Wheel End)
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
AXLE RATIO & IDENTIFICATION
Rear axle identification is stamped on the forward, right side
of axle tube. The first 3 digits indicate rear axle dear ratio, the
next digit indicates axle assembly build source code and the next 3
digits indicate the day built.
LUBRICATION
Fill differential with Axle Lubricant (AM P/N 12378557 (Canadian
P/N 88901362) or equivalent meeting GM Specification 9986207. Fill
differential to within 1/4" (6 mm) below edge of filler hole. If
rear drive axle has been drained, fill capacity is 3.0 qts. (2.84
L).
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TROUBLE SHOOTING
See DRIVE AXLE - BASIC TROUBLE SHOOTING (ALL MODELS) article in
GENERAL INFORMATION.
REMOVAL & INSTALLATION
AXLE SHAFT & SEAL - OUTER
Removal
1. Release the park brake. Raise and support vehicle. Remove
rear tire/wheel assemblies. Remove brake drums or rotors. Remove
the rear steering gear assembly. See STEERING GEAR ACTUATOR &
DIFFERENTIAL COVER .
2. Remove the steering knuckle assembly. See STEERING KNUCKLE
ASSEMBLY . 3. Remove the lock clip from the axle shaft end. See
Fig. 3 . The lock clip is spring loaded and fits securely
in the axle shaft slot and may need to be pushed off the shaft
end with a screw driver or similar tool. Pushing the axle shaft
inwards towards the gears my help in removal of the lock clip.
Remove the axle shaft. Using appropriate seal puller, remove the
axle shaft seal. See Fig. 4 .
NOTE: When removing the axle shaft DO NOT rotate the shaft.
Rotating the shaft will cause the gears to move. Misalignment of
the gears will make the assembly difficult.
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Fig. 3: Removing Axle Shaft Retaining Clip Courtesy of GENERAL
MOTORS CORP.
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Fig. 4: Removing & Replacing Outer Axle Shaft Seal Courtesy
of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Installation
1. Clean axle shaft seal seat. Using appropriate seal installer,
install the axle shaft seal. See Fig. 4 . Install the axle shaft.
Install the spring loaded lock clip to the axle shaft end. Install
the steering knuckle assembly. See STEERING KNUCKLE ASSEMBLY .
Install the rear steering gear actuator and differential cover. See
STEERING GEAR ACTUATOR & DIFFERENTIAL COVER .
2. Install the wheel/tire assemblies. Tighten fasteners to
specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
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Fill differential with lubricant. See LUBRICATION . Lower the
vehicle.
AXLE SHAFT & SEAL - INNER
Removal
Required Tools, J 33049 Camshaft Bearing Service Set and J 45177
Differential Seal Installer - Inner
1. Raise the vehicle. 2. Remove the tire and wheel assembly. 3.
Remove the axle shafts. 4. Remove the differential assembly. 5.
Install the smallest expanding driver (3) and the small driving
washer (1) onto the expander assembly (2). 6. Align the separation
lines between the expanding driver and the expander assembly. 7.
Assemble the expander assembly (2) onto the driver bar extension
(1). 8. Assemble the drive bar extension onto the driver bar. 9.
Insert the J 33049 into the axle tube and through the axle shaft
seal.
10. While holding the expander assembly nut, turn the driving
bar clockwise until the expanding driver is snug against the axle
shaft seal.
11. Drive out the seal using the J 33049 and a hammer.
Installation
Required Tools, J 33049 Camshaft Bearing Service Set and J 45177
Differential Seal Installer - Inner
1. Assemble the drive bar extension onto the drive bar of J
33049. 2. Insert the J 33049 into the opposite side axle shaft
tube. 3. Install the J 45177 onto the J 33049. 4. Insert the axle
shaft seal into the axle tube. 5. Install the J 45177 (1) and the J
33049 (2) over the axle shaft seal. 6. Drive the axle shaft seal
into the axle tube using the J 45177 , the J 33049 and a hammer. 7.
Install the differential assembly. 8. Install the axle shafts. 9.
Install the tire and wheel assembly.
10. Lower the vehicle.
DIFFERENTIAL CASE & RING GEAR
Removal
1. Raise and support vehicle. Remove steering gear actuator and
differential cover. See STEERING GEAR ACTUATOR & DIFFERENTIAL
COVER . Remove Axle shafts. See AXLE SHAFT & SEAL .
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2. Loosen the bearing cap bolts. DO NOT remove the bearing cap
bolts at this time. Install the Axle Housing Spreader (J-24385-01)
onto the axle housing. See Fig. 5 . Install the Guide Pins
(J-25025), the Dial Indicator (J-8001-1) and the appropriate dial
indicator adapters onto the axle housing.
3. Preload the dial of the dial indicator by pushing it against
the edge of the axle housing spreader until the needle of the dial
indicator has moved approximately 3/4 of a turn clockwise. Rotate
the indicator housing to align the dial indicator needle to
ZERO.
4. Spread the axle housing by turning the clevis screw of the
axle housing spreader clockwise while observing the dial indicator.
Spread the housing just enough to remove the differential assembly.
Remove the guide pins. Remove dial indicator and mounting adapters
from the axle housing. Remove the bearing cap bolts.
5. Corresponding letters are stamped on the bearing caps and
axle housing. The bearing caps must be reassembled in the same
position as removed. Remove the bearing caps. Remove the
differential assembly. Remove the axle housing spreader.
6. Remove and discard the ring gear bolts. Remove the ring gear
from the differential case. Drive the gear off with a brass drift,
if necessary. Remove the differential side bearings, if necessary.
See DIFFERENTIAL SIDE BEARINGS .
CAUTION: Notice DO NOT spread the axle housing more than 0.015"
(0.38 mm). Overspreading the housing may result in component
damage.
CAUTION: To prevent personal injury and/or component damage,
support the differential case when removing the case from the axle
housing. If the case is not supported, the differential case could
fall and cause personal injury or damage to the differential
case.
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Fig. 5: Removing Differential Case Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS
CORP.
Installation
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1. 2. Install the ring gear to the differential case. Align the
holes in the differential case to the bolts holes in the
ring gear. The ring gear bolts use right hand threads. Install
the NEW ring gear bolts. Tighten the ring gear bolts alternately
and in stages, gradually pulling the ring gear onto the
differential case. Tighten NEW ring gear bolts to specification.
See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS . Install the differential assembly.
3. If removed, install differential side bearings. See
DIFFERENTIAL SIDE BEARINGS . Install axle housing spreader onto the
axle housing. Install the Guide Pins (J-25025), the Dial Indicator
(J-8001-1) and the appropriate adapters onto the axle housing.
4. Push the dial indicator stem against the edge of the axle
housing spreader and preload the dial indicator until the needle
has moved approximately 3/4 of a turn clockwise. Rotate the dial
indicator housing to align the dial indicator needle to ZERO.
5. Spread the axle housing by turning the clevis screw of the
axle housing spreader clockwise while observing the dial indicator.
Spread the housing just enough to install the differential case
assembly. Install the differential case assembly. Remove the axle
housing spreader, guide pins, dial indicator and adapters from the
axle housing.
6. Corresponding letters are stamped on the bearing caps and
axle housing. The bearing caps must be reassembled in the same
position as removed. Install the bearing caps. Ensure the correct
fastener are used in the correct location. Install the bearing cap
bolts. Tighten the bearing cap bolts to specification. See TORQUE
SPECIFICATIONS .
7. Set side bearing preload. See SIDE BEARING PRELOAD under
ADJUSTMENTS. Set ring gear backlash. SeeBACKLASH & FINAL
ASSEMBLY under ADJUSTMENTS.
8. Install the axle shafts. See AXLE SHAFT & SEAL . Install
steering gear actuator and differential cover. See STEERING GEAR
ACTUATOR & DIFFERENTIAL COVER . Install wheel/tire
assemblies.
9. Fill the axle with lubricant. Use the proper fluid. See
LUBRICATION . Lower vehicle.
DIFFERENTIAL SIDE BEARINGS
Removal & Installation
1. Raise and support vehicle. Remove wheel/tire assemblies.
Remove differential case. See DIFFERENTIAL CASE & RING GEAR
.
2. Install the Bearing Remover (J-45711) and the Bearing
Installer (J-8107-3). See Fig. 6 . Using hydraulic press, remove
the differential side bearing. Remove and mark the inboard shims
left or right.
3. Determine the shim thickness and preload for the differential
assembly. See SIDE BEARING
CAUTION: DO NOT spread the axle housing more than 0.015" (0.38
mm). Overspreading the housing may result in component damage.
NOTE: DO NOT use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on
fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These
coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may
damage the fastener.
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PRELOAD under ADJUSTMENTS. 4. 5. In order to protect the
differential case, install the Side Bearing Puller Pilot/Protector
(J-8107-3) in the
case on the side opposite of the bearing installation. 6.
Install the differential side bearing onto case. Install the
Differential Side Bearing Installer (J-24430) and
Universal Driver Handle (J-8092) over the differential side
bearing. 7. Drive the differential side bearing into position using
the differential side bearing installer and universal
driver handle. 8. Install the differential case assembly. See
DIFFERENTIAL CASE & RING GEAR . 9. Install the axle shafts. See
AXLE SHAFT & SEAL . Install steering gear actuator and
differential cover.
See STEERING GEAR ACTUATOR & DIFFERENTIAL COVER . 10. Fill
the axle with lubricant. See LUBRICATION . Install wheel/tire
assemblies. Lower the vehicle.
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Fig. 6: Removing Differential Side BearingsCourtesy of GENERAL
MOTORS CORP.
PINION YOKE & OIL SEAL
Removal
1. Raise and support vehicle. Mark drive shaft, axle shafts,
pinion yoke and output shafts for reassembly. Unbolt drive shaft,
and wire aside. Using tape, secure "U" joint bearing caps. Using an
INCH-lb. torque wrench, rotate pinion several revolutions. Stop and
start rotation several times. Note and record pinion bearing
preload.
2. Match mark pinion-to-nut and nut-to-pinion yoke for
reassembly purposes. Count and record number of exposed threads on
pinion.
3. Hold pinion yoke with Pinion Flange/Yoke Holder (J-8614-01).
See Fig. 7 . Remove nut and washer. Using Pinion Flange/Yoke
Removers (J-8614-2 and J-8614-3), remove pinion yoke. Pry pinion
seal from housing.
Fig. 7: Removing Pinion Flange Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS
CORP.
NOTE: Pinion yoke may also be referred to as pinion flange.
NOTE: If replacing pinion and ring gear, discard original pinion
yoke/flange after removal. Replacement pinion, ring gear and pinion
yoke/flange are balanced as an assembly.
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Installation
1. Apply a light coat of axle lubricant (GM P/N 12378557) or
equivalent meeting GM Specification 9986207, to the lip of the
pinion seal. Using Seal Installer (J-45710), install the NEW pinion
seal.
2. Align pinion flange marks with marks on pinion. Install the
pinion yoke. Seat the pinion yoke onto the pinion shaft by tapping
it with a soft-faced hammer until a few pinion shaft threads show
through the yoke.
3. Install the washer. Install the NEW pinion nut. Install the
pinion flange holder onto the pinion yoke. While holding the J
8614-01 Tighten the pinion nut to specification. See TORQUE
SPECIFICATIONS . Install the drive shaft to the rear axle pinion
yoke. Inspect and add axle lubricant to the axle housing, if
necessary. See LUBRICATION . Lower the vehicle.
REAR WHEEL HUB ASSEMBLY
Removal & Installation
1. Raise and support vehicle. Remove the wheel/tire assembly.
Remove the brake rotor or drum. Remove the axle nut dust cover.
Remove the cotter pin and retainer from the wheel drive shaft nut.
Remove the wheel drive shaft retaining nut.
2. Remove the rear wheel hub and bearing retaining bolts. Using
Axle Remover (J-45859), separate the wheel drive shaft from the
wheel hub and bearing. Remove the rear wheel hub and bearing from
the vehicle. See Fig. 8 .
3. Install the rear wheel hub and bearing. Install the rear
wheel hub and bearing retaining bolts. Tighten bolts to
specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS . Install the wheel drive
shaft retaining nut. Tighten nut to specification. Install the
retainer and cotter pin to wheel drive shaft nut. Install the dust
cap. Install the brake rotor or drum. Install the wheel/tire
assembly. Lower the vehicle.
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Fig. 8: Removing Rear Wheel Hub Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS
CORP.
STEERING GEAR ACTUATOR & DIFFERENTIAL COVER
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Removal
1. Release the park brake. Raise the vehicle. Remove the
tire/wheel assemblies. Place appropriate drain container under
differential housing. Remove the drain plug and drain the fluid
from the differential housing.
2. Remove the bolts retaining the steering gear protection
shield. Disconnect the electrical connectors from the control
module. Disconnect the electrical connector from the rear position
sensor.
3. Remove the outer tie rod ends from the steering knuckle.
Remove the nuts retaining the outer tie rod ends to the steering
knuckles. Using the Steering Linkage Puller (J-24319-B), remove the
outer tie rod end from the steering knuckle. Remove the outer tie
rod end from the inner tie rod.
4. Disconnect the differential vent hose from the vent tube.
Remove the bolts retaining the steering gear actuator and cover to
the differential. Remove the steering gear actuator and cover from
the vehicle.
Installation
1. Install the steering gear actuator and gasket to the
differential. Install the steering gear actuator and cover
retaining bolts. Tighten the bolts to specification. See TORQUE
SPECIFICATIONS .
2. Connect the electrical connectors to the control module.
Install the differential vent hose to the vent tube. Install the
drain plug and tighten to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
. Fill the differential with fluid. See LUBRICATION .
3. Install the outer tie rod ends to the steering knuckle.
Install steering gear shield retaining bolts. See TORQUE
SPECIFICATIONS . Install the wheel/tire assembly. Lower the
vehicle. Perform a four wheel alignment. See appropriate WHEEL
ALIGNMENT article.
STEERING KNUCKLE ASSEMBLY
Removal & Installation
1. Raise the vehicle. Remove the wheel/tire assembly. Remove the
wheel hub and bearing. See REAR WHEEL HUB ASSEMBLY . Remove the
upper and lower ball joints. See appropriate article in
SUSPENSIONS.
2. Remove the outer tie rod retaining nut and bracket.
Disconnect the outer tie rod from the steering knuckle using
Steering Linkage Puller (J-24319-B). Fig. 9 . Remove the park brake
cable retaining bolt from the steering knuckle. Remove the steering
knuckle from the vehicle.
3. To install, reverse removal procedure. Tighten all fasteners
to specification. See TORQUE
NOTE: When lifting the vehicle DO NOT allow the jack to touch
the rear steering gear. If the jack touches the rear steering gear
you may damage the gear or the rack and pinion boots. If the boots
are damaged replace the rack and pinion boot.
NOTE: Clean all of the sealing surfaces prior to installing the
gasket. DO NOT reinstall the old gasket, replace the gasket
whenever the actuator is removed from the axle. Install the
steering gear actuator and gasket to the differential.
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SPECIFICATIONS . Lower vehicle.
Fig. 9: Separating Tie Rod End Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS
CORP.
PROPELLER SHAFT REPLACEMENT - ONE PIECE
Removal
CAUTION: Observe and accurately reference mark all driveline
components relative
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1. Raise the vehicle. 2. Reference mark the propeller shaft to
the rear axle pinion yoke. 3. Reference mark the propeller shaft to
the transmission or transfer case. 4. Remove the bolts (1) and the
yoke retainers (2) from the rear axle pinion yoke (3).
5. Slide the propeller shaft forward in order to disconnect the
propeller shaft from the rear axle pinion yoke. 6. Slide the
propeller shaft rearward in order to disconnect the propeller shaft
from the transmission or
transfer case. 7. Remove the propeller shaft from the
vehicle.
Installation
1. Inspect the splines of the slip yoke for a sufficient coating
of grease. If the splines of the slip yoke does not have a
sufficient coating of grease, lubricate the shaft with grease, GM
P/N 12345879 or equivalent, RWD w/ Automatic Transmission Only.
2. Install the propeller shaft into the transmission or transfer
case. Align the reference marks made during removal.
3. Install the propeller shaft (3) to the rear axle pinion yoke
(4). Align the reference marks made during removal.
4. Install the yoke retainers (2) and bolts (1). Tighten to
Specifications. 5. Lower the vehicle.
OVERHAUL
DIFFERENTIAL ASSEMBLY
to the propeller shaft and axles before disassembly. These
components include the propeller shafts, the drive axles, the
pinion flanges, the output shafts, etc. All components must be
reassembled in the exact relationship to each other as they were
when removed. In addition, published specifications and torque
values, as well as any measurements made prior to disassembly must
be followed.
NOTE: When removing the propeller shaft, do not attempt to
remove the shaft by pounding on the yoke ears or using a tool
between the yoke and the universal joint. If the propeller shaft is
removed by using such means, the injection joints may fracture and
lead to premature failure of the joint.
NOTE: Disassembly and overhaul procedures for differential case
are not yet available from the manufacturer. Procedures are
available for removal and installation of differential case and as
an assembly. Removal and installation procedures are also available
for ring gear and differential case side bearings. See DIFFERENTIAL
CASE & RING GEAR under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION. Also
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ADJUSTMENTS
DRIVE PINION DEPTH
1. Assemble the pinion bearing installer bolt and bearing disc.
Install outer pinion bearing onto the bearing installer and insert
into the axle housing. Install the inner pinion bearing into the
axle housing. Install the gauging plate onto inner pinion bearing
and pinion bearing installer bolt. See Fig. 10 .
2. While holding the gauging plate stationary, tighten the nut
on the installer bolt just until the end play between the pinion
bearings is removed. Rotate the assembly several times in both
directions in order to seat the pinion bearings.
3. Using an inch-pound torque wrench, measure the rotating
torque of the assembly. The rotating torque of the assembly should
be 20-45 INCH lbs. (2.3-5.1 N.m). If the rotating torque of the
assembly is less than specification, continue to tighten the pinion
bearing installer nut until specified rotating torque is
obtained.
4. Assemble gauging discs and arbor and install into axle
housing. Install dial indicator onto arbor. See Fig. 10 . Place the
stem of the gauging discs, arbor and dial indicator assembly onto
the bottom step of the pinion bearing installer.
5. Install the side bearing caps and side bearing cap bolts.
Tighten the side bearing cap bolts to specification. See TORQUE
SPECIFICATIONS . Rotate the gauging disc and arbor assembly. The
arbor must rotate back and forth freely with the discs. If the
assembly does not rotate freely, disassemble the components,
inspect for proper seating and/or mis-aligned components and
re-assemble.
6. Loosely clamp the dial indicator onto the stem on the gauging
plate. Place dial indicator contact pad onto the mounting post of
the arbor. Loosen the lock nut on the dial indicator and push down
until the needle has turned 3/4 of a turn clockwise.
7. Tighten the dial indicator clamp finger tight. Move the
plunger of the gauging discs, arbor and dial indicator assembly
back and forth on the bottom step of the pinion bearing installer
until the needle of the dial indicator indicates the greatest
deflection. The deflection is the point where the needle changes
direction. At the greatest point of deflection, move the indicator
housing of the Dial Indicator (J-8001) until the needle indicates
ZERO.
8. Move the plunger of the dial indicator back and forth again
to verify the ZERO setting. Adjust the housing of the dial
indicator as necessary to set the needle to ZERO. Rotate the arbor
away from the gauging plate. The value indicated is the amount of
pinion shim thickness required for a nominal pinion
see DIFFERENTIAL SIDE BEARINGS under REMOVAL &
INSTALLATION.
NOTE: Pinion flange/yoke holder may also be referred to as
pinion flange holder /remover.
NOTE: Drive pinion rear bearing shim thickness must be
determined whenever a NEW axle housing, ring gear and pinion, or
pinion bearings is installed.
NOTE: Corresponding letters are stamped on the bearing caps and
axle housing. The bearing caps must be reassembled in the same
position as removed.
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setting. 9. In order to adjust the pinion shim thickness for the
drive pinion that is to be installed, read the number on
the button end of the pinion. If the number on the button end of
the pinion is "0", no adjustment of the pinion preload shim pack is
necessary. If the number is not "0", the number will also have a
corresponding "+" or "-" in front of it. The "+" or "-" indicates
the amount of pinion preload shim thickness that either needs to be
added to or subtracted from the amount determined in step 8 in
order to the drive pinion gear to be positioned properly within the
axle housing. For example, go to next step.
10. For example, if the number on the button end of the pinion
is a "+3", this indicates that 0.003" (0.0762 mm) of shim thickness
will need to be subtracted from the value previously determined in
step 8 in order to place the teeth of the pinion in the best
running position with the teeth of the ring gear. If the number on
the button end of the pinion is a "-3", this indicates that 0.003"
(0.0762 mm) of shim thickness will need to be added to the value
determined in step 8 in order to place the teeth of the pinion in
the best running position with the teeth of the ring gear. Remove
the pinion depth setting tools.
11. Remove the pinion bearings. Install the pinion position shim
onto the drive pinion. Measure the thickness of the shim with a
micrometer in order to verify the thickness. Install the inner
pinion bearing onto the drive pinion using Bearing Installer
(J-24433).
12. Install the original pinion preload shims onto the drive
pinion. If the original shims are not available, assemble 0.060"
(1.52 mm) of pinion preload shims to install. Measure each shim
separately with a micrometer and add the thickness together to
determine the total shim pack size. Install the drive pinion with
the inner pinion bearing and the pinion preload shims into the axle
housing.
13. Install the outer pinion bearing. Install the outer pinion
bearing. Install the thrust washer. Seat the pinion yoke onto the
pinion shaft by tapping it with a soft-faced hammer until a few
pinion shaft threads show through the yoke.
14. Install the pinion yoke nut washer. Install the pinion yoke
nut. Tighten the pinion yoke nut to 186 ft. lbs. (252 N.m). Measure
the rotating torque of the drive pinion using an inch-pound torque
wrench. Specification The rotating torque of the drive pinion
should be between 20-45 INCH lbs. (2.3-5.1 N.m).
15. If the rotating torque of the drive pinion is not within
specifications, adjust the pinion preload shim thickness by doing
the following: Install the Pinion Flange/Yoke Holder (J-8614-01) to
the pinion yoke. Remove the pinion nut while holding the pinion
flange/yoke holder. Remove the washer.
16. Install pinion seal, pinion flange, washer and nut. Ensure
pinion flange alignment mark is properly aligned with pinion shaft
end mark. Using pinion flange/yoke holder, tighten pinion
self-locking nut until all end play is removed. Rotate pinion
several times to seat bearings. Check preload using an INCH-lb.
torque wrench.
17. Continue tightening nut and checking preload until specified
preload is obtained. See AXLE ASSEMBLY SPECIFICATIONS . DO NOT back
off nut to lessen preload.
18. Remove the pinion yoke by turning pinion nut clockwise while
holding the Pinion Flange Remover/Installer (J-8614-01). Apply a
light coat of axle lubricant, GM P/N 12378557 or equivalent meeting
GM Specification 9986207, to lip of the pinion seal. Install the
NEW pinion oil seal using Seal Installer (J-45710).
19. Seat the pinion yoke onto the pinion shaft by tapping it
with a soft-faced hammer until a few pinion shaft threads show
through the yoke. Install the pinion yoke nut washer. Install the
NEW pinion yoke nut. Tighten the pinion yoke nut to specification.
See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
20. Measure the rotating torque of the drive pinion using an
INCH Lb. torque wrench. See Fig. 11 . See AXLE ASSEMBLY
SPECIFICATIONS .
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Fig. 10: Cross-Sectional View Of Pinion Setting Gauge Set
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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Fig. 11: Checking Drive Pinion Preload Courtesy of GENERAL
MOTORS CORP.
SIDE BEARING PRELOAD
NOTE: Adjust drive pinion depth prior to performing side bearing
preload adjustment. See DRIVE PINION DEPTH .
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1. Remove the differential side bearing shims. Determine the
pinion position shim and the pinion preload shims, if necessary.
Install the differential side bearing without the side bearing
shims by doing the following:
A. In order to protect the differential case, install the Side
Bearing Puller Pilot (J-36597) in the case on the side opposite of
the bearing installation.
B. Install the differential side bearing. Install the
Differential Side Bearing Installer (J-24430) and Universal Driver
Handle (J-8092) over the differential side bearing.
C. Drive the differential side bearing into position using the
differential side bearing installer and universal driver
handle.
2. Install the differential assembly into the axle housing. Move
the differential assembly to the left until the left differential
side bearing is against the left side bearing bore.
3. Install the left side bearing cap. Install the left side
bearing cap bolts. Tighten the bearing cap bolts finger tight. DO
NOT torque the bolts to specification at this time.
4. While holding the differential assembly against the left side
bearing bore, press the right side bearing race against the right
differential side bearing.
5. Using a feeler gauge, measure the distance between the right
side bearing race and the right side bearing bore. Use
progressively larger feeler gauge sizes until a moderate drag is
felt. Repeat this step several times while rotating the
differential case in order to obtain a consistent reading. This
measurement, measurement a, is the total shim pack thickness for
the differential assembly without preload.
6. Remove the left side bearing cap bolts. Remove the left side
bearing cap. Install the right side bearing cap. Install the right
side bearing cap bolts. Tighten the bearing cap bolts finger tight.
DO NOT torque the bolts to specification at this time. While
holding the differential assembly ring gear against the drive
pinion, press the left side bearing race against the left
differential side bearing.
NOTE: Contact supplier for list of available shim sizes.
NOTE: Install the bearing caps into the same position from which
each was removed.
NOTE: In order to accurately measure the differential side
bearing shim thickness, the differential side bearing race must be
evenly seated against the differential side bearing.
CAUTION: To prevent personal injury and/or component damage,
support the differential case when removing the case from the axle
housing. If the case is not supported, the differential case could
fall and cause personal injury or damage to the differential
case.
NOTE: In order to accurately measure the differential side
bearing shim thickness, the differential side bearing race must be
evenly seated against the differential side bearing.
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7. Using a feeler gauge, measure the distance between the left
side bearing race and the left side bearing bore. Use progressively
larger feeler gauge sizes until a moderate drag is felt. Repeat
this step several times while re-positioning the differential case
in order to obtain a consistent reading. This measurement is the
left side shim thickness for the differential assembly without
preload.
8. In order to determine the right side shim thickness, subtract
the left side measurement from the total shim measurement. This
measurement is the thickness for the right side shim thickness
without preload or setting the initial backlash. Remove the right
side bearing cap bolts. Remove the right side bearing cap. Remove
the differential assembly.
9. Remove the differential side bearings. Install the
Differential Side Bearing Remover (J-45711) and the side bearing
puller pilot. Using a hydraulic press, remove the differential side
bearings. Add 0.010" (0.25 mm) of shim thickness to the right side
shim thickness measurement previously determined. This additional
amount will set the differential side bearing preload and the
initial backlash.
10. The number of shims required in order to equal the correct
thickness may consist of one or more shims. Install the right side
shim thickness onto the differential case. Measure the shims one at
a time. Add the measurements together in order to obtain the total
thickness of the right side shim pack.
11. Install the right differential side bearing with the side
bearing shim. In order to protect the differential case, install
the Side Bearing Protector (J-8107-3) in the case on the side
opposite of the bearing installation. Place the differential side
shim thickness on top of the differential case. Place the
differential side bearing on top of the differential case.
12. Using procedure similar to right side bearing, install the
left side bearing shim thickness and differential side bearing.
13. Install the differential assembly into the axle housing. See
OVERHAUL . Adjust the backlash. See BACKLASH & FINAL ASSEMBLY
under ADJUSTMENTS.
BACKLASH & FINAL ASSEMBLY
1. Determine the differential side bearing preload and initial
backlash. See SIDE BEARING PRELOAD . See DRIVE PINION DEPTH .
Install Guide Pins (J-25025) and Dial Indicator (J-8001) to the
axle housing. See Fig. 12 .
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Fig. 12: Adjusting Ring Gear Backlash Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS
CORP.
2. Place the indicator stem of the dial indicator at the heel
end of a gear tooth. Set the dial indicator so that the stem is
aligned with the gear rotation and perpendicular to the tooth
angle. While holding the pinion stationary, move the ring gear back
and forth. Measure and record the backlash. Repeat the measuring
procedure at eight points around the ring gear. The difference
between the backlash at all of the measuring points should not vary
by more than 0.002" (0.05 mm).
3. If the difference between the backlash at all of the
measuring points varies by more than 0.002" (0.05 mm), inspect ring
gear for burrs, a distorted case flange or uneven tightening of
mounting bolts. Repair as necessary. If the difference between all
the measuring points is 0.002" (0.05 mm) or less, go to next
step.
4. The backlash at the minimum lash point measured between the
ring gear and the drive pinion should be between 0.003-0.010"
(0.08-0.25 mm) with a preferred backlash of 0.005-0.008" (0.13-0.20
mm). If adjustment is necessary, adjust the thickness of the shim
pack on each side of the differential in equal amounts. This will
maintain the correct axle side bearing preload.
5. If the backlash is not within specifications, adjust the
backlash. Remove the differential side bearings. See OVERHAUL .
NOTE: Moving 0.002" (0.05 mm) of shim thickness from one side of
the
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6. If the backlash is too small, increase the backlash. Remove
the appropriate amount of thickness from the left side shim pack.
For example, to increase the backlash by 0.004" (0.10 mm), subtract
0.008" (0.20 mm) of thickness from the left side shim pack. Add the
0.008" (0.20 mm) of shim thickness to the right side shim pack.
7. If the backlash is too large, decrease the backlash. Remove
the appropriate amount of thickness from the right side shim pack.
For example, to decrease the backlash by 0.004" (0.10 mm), subtract
0.008" (0.20 mm) of thickness from the right side shim pack. Add
the 0.008" (0.20 mm) of shim thickness to the left side shim
pack.
8. Install the left and right shim packs onto the differential
case. Install the differential side bearings. See OVERHAUL .
Recheck the backlash and adjust as necessary.
9. Once backlash is correct, perform a gear tooth contact
pattern check in order to ensure proper alignment between the ring
and pinion gears. See RIVE AXLE - GEAR TOOTH CONTACT PATTERNS in
GENERAL INFORMATION.
AXLE ASSEMBLY SPECIFICATIONS
AXLE ASSEMBLY SPECIFICATIONS
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
differential to the other will change the backlash adjustment by
0.001" (0.03 mm).
Application SpecificationPinion Bearing Preload (1) 35-57 INCH
Lbs. (3.9-6.4 N.m)Ring Gear Backlash .003-.010" (.08-.25 mm)Side
Bearing Preload
New Bearings 20-45 INCH Lbs. (2.3-5.1 N.m)Used Bearings 10-25
INCH Lbs. (1.1-2.8 N.m)
(1) Preload measurement is torque needed to turn pinion in
housing without differential case and ring gear installed.
Application Ft. Lbs. (N.m)Ball Joint Mounting Bolts 81 (110)Ball
Joint Pinch Bolt (Lower) 169 (230)Differential Drain Plug 20
(27)Differential Fill Plug 15 (21)Drive Shaft Retainer Bolts 18
(24)Pinion Yoke Nut 273 (370)Ring Gear-To-Differential Case Bolt
(1) 131 (178)Side Bearing Cap Bolt 80 (108)Steering
Actuator/Differential Cover Bolts 45 (61)
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Steering Gear Shield Retaining Bolts 132 (180)Steering Gear
Shield Retaining Bolts 40 (55)"U" Bolts 110 (150)Wheel Drive Shaft
Retaining Nut 184 (250)Wheel Lug Nuts 140 (190)Yoke Retainer Bolts
18 (25)(1) Bolt is right-hand thread. Use NEW bolts.
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