How do you stop a spindle on a C3500?

How do you stop a spindle on a C3500?

Spin the rotor quickly by hand and tighten the nut until the rotor stops turning from tight bearings-then back off the castle nut to the first available location to install the cotter pin.No need to make it any tighter than what it takes to stop rotation. Never had a problem with that procedure and have done thousands of bearings that way.

How to adjust the rear wheel bearing torque?

Rotate the hub in the opposite direction to the way the adjuster nut is turning. Ensure the inner bearing and the seal seats against the spindle shoulder. Tighten the adjusting nut to 70 N-m (52 lb ft). 6. Turn the adjusting nut counterclockwise and align the closest lock key slot with the keyway in the axle housing.

Why is my C3500 dually spindle torque so low?

Damage can result by the steady pressure on the roller ends which come from preloading. – Tighten nut to 12 ft lbs while turning the wheel forward by hand. This will seat the bearing. – Adjust nut to a “just loose” position by hand, then back the nut off until the hole in the spindle aligns with the slot in the nut.

Is it OK to preload front wheel bearings?

NOTICE: Never preload the front wheel bearings. Damage can result by the steady pressure on the roller ends which come from preloading. – Tighten nut to 12 ft lbs while turning the wheel forward by hand. This will seat the bearing.

How to replace front axle actuator GMC Sierra?

1A Auto shows you how to replace the 4×4 front axle shift actuator on a 2002 GMC Sierra. This part is the same for many GM 4WD trucks. The procedure is the same for the GMC Sierra and Chevrolet Silverado, years 99, 00, 01, 02, 03, 04, 05, and 06.

What’s the best way to disassemble a Chevy differential?

It depends on your preference and tools available. The first step is to use a socket and ratchet or a wrench to remove the cover bolts. Use a soft mallet to break the seal or use a pry bar, but be careful not to damage the mounting surface of the center section.

How to remove pinion seal from Chevy differential?

Pinion Yoke Removal 1 Remove Pinion Nut A fair amount of torque is required for removing the pinion nut. 2 Remove Yoke A few blows with a soft hammer usually gets the yoke free from the splines. 3 Remove Pinion Seal (Special Tool)

Do you have to change bearing when disassembling differential?

Then the carrier disassembly can commence. Although other components do not have to be aligned, you need to keep the inner pinion bearing properly aligned. This bearing is pressed on and removing the bearing instantly changes alignment. Don’t remove the bearing unless you are replacing it.