Chevrolet 26060018 Shaft,Rear Axle

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4WD models use a fully independent front axle assembly consisting of a differential and a pair of drive axles with inner and outer constant velocity (CV) joints. An extension axleshaft is employed on the right side to compensate for the distance difference between the differential and the right front wheel.

Carefully insert the axleshaft into the housing and seat it securely in the differential.

Remove the steering knuckle.

To remove the rear axle assembly, start by loosening the rear wheel lug nuts and raising the rear of the vehicle with jackstands placed under the frame. Remove the rear wheels and position a jack under the rear axle differential case. Disconnect the driveshaft and secure it out of the way. Disconnect and compress the shock absorbers, and if applicable, disconnect the vent hose and brake hose. Remove the brake drums and disconnect the parking brake cables. Disconnect the spring U-bolts and remove the spacers and clamp plates. Lower the jack and remove the rear axle assembly from under the vehicle. To install, reverse the removal steps and make sure to lower the vehicle weight onto the wheels before tightening the U-bolt nuts completely. Finally, bleed the brakes.

Have an assistant push in on the outer flanged end of the axle shaft while you remove the C-lock from the groove in the inner end of the shaft.

Simply reverse the removal steps, making sure to tighten the driveaxle hub nut and CV joint flange bolts to the specified torque.

Rotate the differential until the pinion shaft touches the case, providing enough clearance for access to the C-locks. Use a screwdriver to rotate the C-lock until the open endpoints align, then push the axleshaft in and remove the C-lock. Repeat this process for the opposite axleshaft.

To remove the axle shaft, start by loosening the wheel lug nuts and raising the vehicle on jackstands. Remove the wheel and use a prybar or large screwdriver to hold the axle shaft while breaking loose the axle shaft hub nut with a large breaker bar. Remove the nut and washer. Next, hold the axle shaft in place and remove the axle shaft flange bolts, making sure to mark the relationship of the inner CV joint to the flange before removing the bolts. For 1999 and later models, the axle shafts are not flanged to the differential, but are retained by snap rings at the inner end of the tri-pot joints. To release the axle shafts, hit the inner part of the tri-pot housing with a hammer and a piece of wood until the snap-ring releases. Remove the steering knuckle and then remove the axle shaft assembly. To install, simply reverse the removal steps, making sure to tighten the axle shaft hub nut and CV joint flange bolts to the specified torque.

Start by loosening the rear wheel lug nuts and raising the rear of the vehicle with jackstands placed under the frame.

The rear axle assembly is a hypoid, semi-floating type with a differential that allows the outer rear tire to turn more quickly than the inner tire when the vehicle goes around a corner. The axle shafts are splined to the differential side gears, causing the inner tire to turn more slowly than the outer tire. The differential pinion gears roll around the slower side gear, driving the outer side gear and tire more quickly. The differential is housed within a casting with a pressed steel cover known as the "carrier," and the steel axle tubes are pressed into and welded to the carrier. On 4WD models, a fully independent front axle assembly is used, consisting of a differential and a pair of driveaxles with inner and outer constant velocity (CV) joints. An extension axleshaft is employed on the right side to make up the difference in distance between the differential and the right front wheel. An optional locking limited-slip rear axle is also available, which allows for normal operation until one wheel loses traction. This differential includes a pair of clutch "cones" that slow the rotation of the differential case when one wheel is on a firm surface and the other on a slippery one, equalizing the rotation speed of the axleshaft driving the wheel with traction. It is important to check for other possible causes before assuming the axle is the problem, as road noise, tire noise, and engine and transmission noise can be mistaken for axle issues. Overhauling the differential may require special tools and is not typically cost-effective for a do-it-yourselfer.

Before assuming the axle is the problem, it is important to check for other possible causes. Road noise, tire noise, and engine and transmission noise can be mistaken for axle issues.

Start by loosening the rear wheel lug nuts and raising the rear of the vehicle with jackstands placed under the frame.

Remove the steering knuckle.

For locking differentials, install the C-locks with the pinion shaft partially withdrawn, ensuring they are positioned correctly. Withdraw the axleshaft carefully until the C-lock clears the thrust block. Once the C-locks are installed, push the pinion shaft into place with the groove lined up with the lock bolt hole, then install the lock bolt.

The rear axle assembly is a hypoid, semi-floating type with a differential. Its purpose is to allow the outer rear tire to turn more quickly than the inner tire when the vehicle goes around a corner, ensuring smooth handling.

Remove the spacers and clamp plates.