Section 963 (Rear Drive Axle)
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada, 2002 GMC Envoy XL, 2002 GMC Envoy, and 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Specifications
- Component Locator
- Diagnostic Information and Procedures
- Repair Instructions
- Lubricant Level Check
- Lubricant Change
- Vent Hose Replacement
- Rear Axle Housing Cover and Gasket Replacement
- Rear Axle Shaft Replacement
- Rear Oil Seal and/or Bearing Replacement
- Drive Pinion Flange/Yoke and/or Oil Seal Replacement
- Drive Pinion and Ring Gear Replacement
- Drive Pinion Bearings Replacement
- Differential Replacement
- Differential Side Bearings Replacement
- Rear Axle Replacement
- Differential Overhaul
- Rear Axle - Disassemble
- Bearings Inspection
- Differential Inspection
- Pinion and Ring Gear Inspection
- Rear Axle Housing Inspection
- Shims Inspection
- Rear Axle - Assemble
- Pinion Depth Adjustment
- Differential Side Bearing Preload Adjustment
- Backlash Adjustment (All Except 9.75 Inch Axle)
- Gear Tooth Contact Pattern Inspection
- Notes
- Drive Pinion and Ring Gear Identification
- Gear Tooth Nomenclature
- Adjustments Affecting Tooth Contact
- Correct Contact Pattern
- Drive Side Heel - Coast Side Toe Contact Pattern
- Drive Side Toe - Coast Side Heel Contact Pattern
- Drive Side Heel - Coast Side Heel Contact Pattern
- Drive Side Toe - Coast Side Toe Contact Pattern
- High Flank Contact Pattern
- Low Flank Contact Pattern
- Description and Operation
- Special Tools and Equipment