rear bearings

1996 GMC SUBURBAN
300,000 MILES • V8 • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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YLYND
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how do I replace the rear bearings in a 1996 gmc suburban
Jun 20, 2011 at 1:01 PM
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DOCFIXIT
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Pull cover off diff. then remove pinion pin careful not to turn axle or gears will fall out. slightly push axle inward remove "C" clip then slide out axle. then use slide hammer and bearing puller to remove. then install new bearing and seal with appropiate driver.
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