How to replace a differential seal on Chevrolet Colorado?

Loosening the wheel lug nuts, you should raise the front or rear of the vehicle and support it securely on jackstands. Consequently, block the opposite set of wheels to prevent rolling. After that, remove the wheels. Disconnecting from the differential pinion flange, secure it out of way. Hand-rotate the pinion and use a torque wrench to measure required torque for rotation. Having marked position of the pinion flange to shaft and counted number of exposed threads. It may necessary to use special tool or chain wrench to immobilize flange and remove pinion nut. If necessary, withdraw the flange with two-jaw puller. Removing old seal, discard it; Then apply lubricate lips of new seal and fill space between lips with wheel bearing grease; After that tap new seal into position using a seal installation tool or large socket; Install pinion flange aligning marks made earlier; Apply RTV sealant to ends of splines visible in center of flange; Install washer and new pinion nut tighting until the recorded number of threads are exposed; Finally measure torque required to rotate pinion and tighten nut in small increments till it matches recorded figure; Reinstall all components, tightening all fasteners to their specified torque values.

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Chevrolet Colorado Differential Drive Pinion Gear Seal
Part Number: 26064029
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- Other Name: SEAL, Differential Drive Pinion Shaft Bearing; Front Seal, Pinion Seal
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- 2009-2012 Chevrolet Colorado | CREW CAB, EXTENDED CAB, EXTENDED LENGTH, PICKUP | 4 Cyl 2.9L, 5 Cyl 3.7L, 8 Cyl 5.3L
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Chevrolet Colorado Differential Drive Pinion Gear Seal
Part Number: 26064028
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- Other Name: SEAL, Differential Drive Pinion Shaft Bearing; Pinion Seal
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
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- 2008 Chevrolet Colorado | CREW CAB, EXTENDED CAB, EXTENDED LENGTH, PICKUP | 4 Cyl 2.9L, 5 Cyl 3.7L
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Chevrolet Colorado Differential Drive Pinion Gear Seal
Part Number: 12471523
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- Other Name: SEAL, Differential Drive Pinion Shaft Bearing; Pinion Seal
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2004-2012 Chevrolet Colorado | CREW CAB, EXTENDED CAB, EXTENDED LENGTH, PICKUP | 4 Cyl 2.8L, 4 Cyl 2.9L, 5 Cyl 3.5L, 5 Cyl 3.7L
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Chevrolet Colorado Seal,Front Differential Drive Pinion Gear
Part Number: 12479267
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- Other Name: SEAL, Differential Drive Pinion Shaft Bearing; Pinion Seal, Seal, Yoke Seal
- Position: Front
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2004-2012 Chevrolet Colorado | CREW CAB, EXTENDED CAB, EXTENDED LENGTH, PICKUP | 4 Cyl 2.8L, 4 Cyl 2.9L, 5 Cyl 3.5L, 5 Cyl 3.7L, 8 Cyl 5.3L
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Chevrolet Colorado Differential Drive Pinion Gear Seal
Part Number: 84053569
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- Other Name: SEAL, Differential Drive Pinion Shaft Bearing; Pinion Seal
- Replaced by: 87861098
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- 2015-2022 Chevrolet Colorado | CREW CAB - 5'2" BOX, EXT CAB - 6'2" BOX, EXTENDED CAB - 6'2" BOX, LS CREW CAB - 5'2" BOX, LS EXTENDED CAB - 6'2" BOX, LT CREW CAB - 5'2" BOX, LT EXTENDED CAB - 6'2" BOX | 4 Cyl 2.5L
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Chevrolet Colorado Seal, Front Diff Drv P/Gr
Part Number: 84428304
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- Other Name: Pinion Seal
- Position: Front
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- 2023-2024 Chevrolet Colorado | CREW CAB - 5'2" BOX, LS CREW CAB - 5'2" BOX, LS CREW CAB-5'2" BOX(I), LT CREW CAB - 5'2" BOX, LT CREW CAB-5'2" BOX(I), LTZ CREW CAB-5'2" BOX, SPORT CREW-5'2" BOX(NA) | 4 Cyl 2.7L
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Chevrolet Colorado Seal, Front Differential Drive Pinion Gear
Part Number: 84053573
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- Other Name: SEAL, Differential Drive Pinion Shaft Bearing
- Position: Front
- Replaces: 23471887
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2015-2022 Chevrolet Colorado | CREW CAB - 5'2" BOX, CREW CAB - 6'2" BOX, CREW CAB LS - 6'2" BOX, CREW CAB LT - 6'2" BOX, EXT CAB - 6'2" BOX, EXTENDED CAB - 6'2" BOX, LS CREW CAB - 5'2" BOX, LS EXTENDED CAB - 6'2" BOX, LT CREW CAB - 5'2" BOX, LT EXTENDED CAB - 6'2" BOX | 4 Cyl 2.5L, 4 Cyl 2.8L Diesel, 6 Cyl 3.6L
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Chevrolet Colorado Differential Drive Pinion Gear Seal
Part Number: 84053572
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- Other Name: Seal, Diff Drv P/Gr; Pinion Seal
- Replaced by: 87861099
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2015-2022 Chevrolet Colorado | CREW CAB - 5'2" BOX, CREW CAB - 6'2" BOX, CREW CAB LS - 6'2" BOX, CREW CAB LT - 6'2" BOX, EXT CAB - 6'2" BOX, EXTENDED CAB - 6'2" BOX, LS CREW CAB - 5'2" BOX, LS EXTENDED CAB - 6'2" BOX, LT CREW CAB - 5'2" BOX, LT EXTENDED CAB - 6'2" BOX | 4 Cyl 2.5L, 4 Cyl 2.8L Diesel, 6 Cyl 3.6L
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Chevrolet Colorado Differential Drive Pinion Gear Seal
Part Number: 23490374
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- Other Name: SEAL, Differential Drive Pinion Shaft Bearing
- Replaced by: 87861099
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2015-2016 Chevrolet Colorado | CREW CAB - 5'2" BOX, CREW CAB - 6'2" BOX, CREW CAB LS - 6'2" BOX, CREW CAB LT - 6'2" BOX, EXTENDED CAB - 6'2" BOX, LS CREW CAB - 5'2" BOX, LS EXTENDED CAB - 6'2" BOX, LT CREW CAB - 5'2" BOX, LT EXTENDED CAB - 6'2" BOX | 4 Cyl 2.5L, 4 Cyl 2.8L Diesel, 6 Cyl 3.6L

Chevrolet Colorado Differential Seal

The Chevrolet Colorado Differential Seal is designed to keep the gear oil locked inside the axle housing while preventing dirt and water from entering. This will keep the truck's differential gears lubricated longer and let them last more. The Differential Seal is made primarily of engineered synthetic rubber compounds that do not harden when subjected to pressure, heat, and continuous rotation. Certain types also include a latex bore coating or a flanged lip that resists cocking for improved seating. The Differential Seal plays the same role whether the truck is running an open differential that splits torque evenly or a limited slip unit that sends additional power to the wheel with grip. It keeps 75W-90 lubricant in place so gears and clutches don't rub against one another. Early factory seals fitted the Chevrolet Colorado with simple single-lip designs. Later performance-oriented versions adopted dual-lip Differential Seal construction and additional surface treatment to improve resistance to fluid evaporation and road debris. The main benefit is the improved barrier strength without altering the installation procedure. To ensure the proper operation of the Differential Seal, it is necessary to inspect every 3,000 miles, listen for clanks when it hits potholes, check to top up fluid when low, and get the Differential Seal replaced once leakage starts appearing. The process is fairly straightforward; you do not have to remove the axle entirely, just follow the unbolt, pry, clean, press-in manner. The aforementioned procedure is easy to follow if you are a Chevrolet Colorado owner.

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Chevrolet Colorado Differential Seal Parts Questions & Experts Answers

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Q: How to replace a differential seal on Chevrolet Colorado?
A:
Loosening the wheel lug nuts, you should raise the front or rear of the vehicle and support it securely on jackstands. Consequently, block the opposite set of wheels to prevent rolling. After that, remove the wheels. Disconnecting from the differential pinion flange, secure it out of way. Hand-rotate the pinion and use a torque wrench to measure required torque for rotation. Having marked position of the pinion flange to shaft and counted number of exposed threads. It may necessary to use special tool or chain wrench to immobilize flange and remove pinion nut. If necessary, withdraw the flange with two-jaw puller. Removing old seal, discard it; Then apply lubricate lips of new seal and fill space between lips with wheel bearing grease; After that tap new seal into position using a seal installation tool or large socket; Install pinion flange aligning marks made earlier; Apply RTV sealant to ends of splines visible in center of flange; Install washer and new pinion nut tighting until the recorded number of threads are exposed; Finally measure torque required to rotate pinion and tighten nut in small increments till it matches recorded figure; Reinstall all components, tightening all fasteners to their specified torque values.

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