GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

Object Number: 1959909  Size: SF

Callout

Component Name

Preliminary Procedure

  1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
  2. Remove the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation.

1

Axle Shaft Bolt (Qty: 8)

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.

Tighten
156 N·m (115 lb ft)

2

Rear Axle Shaft

3

Rear Axle Shaft Gasket

Tip
When installing the NEW gasket, apply a small amount of clean grease to hold the gasket in place while aligning the mounting hole in the axle shaft and the hub.