FAQ for Differential Pinion Bearing Repair
Q: What tool can you use to install the new seal?
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You can use the J 45710.
By BobGM Specialist
01/11/2022 Q: What should you do before replacing the front differential drive pinion flange/yoke, seal, and dust deflector?
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You should raise the vehicle.
By BobGM Specialist
01/11/2022 Q: What tool can be used to remove the inner pinion bearing from the pinion?
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You can use the J 22912-01 and a hydraulic press.
By BobGM Specialist
01/11/2022 Q: What tool can you use to press the bearing off of the pinion?
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You can use the J 45871 and the J22912-01.
By BobGM Specialist
01/11/2022 Q: What is the recommended torque when installing the yoke retainers and the yoke retainer bolts to the pinion yoke?
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You can tighten the yoke retainer bolts to 25 Nm (18 ft. lbs.).
By BobGM Specialist
01/11/2022 Q: How do you remove the pinion yoke?
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You can remove the pinion yoke by turning the J 8614-3 clockwise while holding the J8614-01.
By BobGM Specialist
01/11/2022 Q: What should you do once the specified torque is obtained?
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You should rotate the pinion several times to ensure the bearings have seated.
By BobGM Specialist
01/11/2022 Q: What tool can you use to install a new pinion oil seal?
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You can use the J 22388 or the J 44414.
By BobGM Specialist
01/11/2022 Q: What tool can be used to install the outer pinion-bearing cup?
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You can use the J 8611-01, 8.6-inch axle, or the J 7818, 9.5-inch axle, and the J 8092.
By BobGM Specialist
01/11/2022 Q: What tool can you use to install the pinion gear pilot bearing?
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You can use the J 22761.
By BobGM Specialist
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