GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 GMC_Truck 🢒 2009 🢒 TopKick C-Series (Conventional) C6/C7/C8 🢒 Driveline/Axle 🢒 Propeller Shaft 🢒 Universal Joint Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 737573 Size: SH
  1. Remove the spring tab bolts.
  2. Discard the spring tab bolts.
  3. Remove the spring tabs.
  4. Discard the spring tabs.
  5. Remove the cap bolts.
  6. Inspect the bolts for the following conditions:
    7. • Damaged threads
    • Wear
    • Nicks
    • Burrs
      Discard the cap bolts if these conditions are present.
  7. Remove the bearing assemblies as required.
  8. Remove the journal from the yoke.
  9. Remove the lubrication fitting.
  10. Clean the lubricant passages in the journal cross.
  11. Inspect the bearings for excessive looseness or brinelling. Replace the journal and the bearings if the bearings are worn, damaged or brinelled.
  12. Inspect the yokes for the following conditions:
    13. • Nicks
    • Burrs
    • Damaged threads
      Replace the yoke if these conditions are present.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 737573 Size: SH
  1. Install the journal into the yoke.
  2. Install the bearing assemblies.
  3. Install the bearing straps if equipped.
  4. Install the NEW bolts.

    5. Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.

  5. Install the NEW cap bolts if equipped.

    6. Tighten
    Tighten the bolts to 71 N·m (52 lb ft).

  6. Install the NEW lubrication fitting.
  7. Apply lubricant through the NEW lubrication fitting. Refer to Fluid and Lubricant Recommendations.