FixVault

Removal Procedure

  1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
  2. Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation (6-Lug Wheel) .
  3. Remove the rear axle housing cover. Refer to Rear Axle Housing Cover Replacement .
  4. Remove the axle shaft. Refer to Rear Axle Shaft Replacement .
  5. Fig 1: Wheel Speed Sensor Ring & Axle Housing
    GM889095Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  6. Using the J-45857  remover (1) and the J-2619-01  hammer (2), remove axle shaft seal and bearing first, then follow with removal of reluctor/wheel speed sensor ring.