Front Axle Vent Hose Connector Replacement 8.25 Inch Axle
Removal Procedure
- Raise the vehicle. Refer to
Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
- Remove the front differential carrier shield, if equipped. Refer to
Shield Replacement.
- Remove the vent hose (1).
- Remove the vent hose connector (2).
Installation Procedure
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.
- Install the vent hose connector (2). Apply a small amount of sealer GM P/N 12346004 (Canadian P/N 10953480) or equivalent to the threads.
Tighten
Tighten the vent connector to 20 N·m (15 lb ft).
- Install the vent hose (1).
- Install the front differential carrier shield, if equipped. Refer to
Shield Replacement.
- Lower the vehicle.
Front Axle Vent Hose Connector Replacement 9.25 Inch Axle
Removal Procedure
- Raise the vehicle. Refer
Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
- Disconnect the vent hose from the vent hose connector.
- Remove the vent hose connector from the differential carrier assembly.
Installation Procedure
- Install the vent hose connector into the differential carrier assembly.
Apply a small amount of sealer GM P/N 12346004 (Canadian P/N 10953480) or equivalent onto the threads.
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.
- Install the vent hose connector and tighten to
28 N·m (21 lb ft).
- Connect the vent hose to the vent hose connector.
- Lower the vehicle.