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JASONPYZO
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  • 2002 GMC SIERRA
  • 6.0L
  • V8
  • 4WD
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  • 280,000 MILES
I was wondering on this truck does the right carrier shaft (passenger side) on the front axle come out just like the left side? I just used a dead blow hammer and tapped out the left one but the right is being a little tough. I got the axle assembly on the tailgate so its easy to get to and was wondering if it is okay to bolt a slide hammer to the axle to pull out or is that not recommended or do I have to take the five bolts that hold the axle tube on? I am replacing the axle seals by the way.
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Sunday, February 26th, 2017 AT 10:31 AM

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KEN L
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Hey JASON,

I don't think a slide hammer is the way you get those out. I believe there is an internal C clip that allows the shaft to be removed, here is a guide and video to help you get the axle out, and the carrier shaft out.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/rear-axle-seal-replacement

and

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/replace-cv-axle

Please let us know happens so it will help others.

Best, Ken
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Tuesday, February 28th, 2017 AT 11:29 AM

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