GREASE LEAK AXLE BOOT REPLACE PROPELLER SHAFT

SUBJECT: GREASE LEAK - REPLACE PROPELLER SHAFT

MODELS/YEARS: 1991-93 BRAVADA

CONDITION: Some 1991-93 Bravadas may exhibit a grease leak at the front propeller shaft constant velocity joint boot. Owners may not notice this condition until a grease spot appears under the vehicle or when the vehicle is serviced for routine maintenance.

CAUSE: One cause for the boot tear is that the constant velocity joint boot was produced with an oversized diameter. The boot retainer clamp has a reduced diameter design. The combination of the oversize boot and under-size retainer clamp, along with the twisting action of normal driving, could produce a tear. Another cause may be an outer boot retainer ring dislodging from the inner constant velocity 'can'.

CORRECTION: To correct this condition, a complete propeller shaft replacement is required. The front propeller shaft is a system balanced assembly which is matched to the front differential. It is not necessary to replace the front differential assembly as part of the original "matched set". Be sure to carefully match the alignment marks on the propeller shaft flange and front differential flange. Follow service procedures in section 4A of the Bravada Service Manual.

PARTS INFORMATION: Parts are currently available from GMSPO.

Part Number Description ----------- ----------- 26035154 Front Axle Propeller Shaft

WARRANTY INFORMATION:

Labor Operation: F1200

Labor Time: Use current Labor Time Guide.

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