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GM 12479181
Axle Shaft, Front Passenger Side

2003-2014 GM

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GM 12479181 Axle Shaft, Front Passenger Side
GM 12479181 Axle Shaft, Front Passenger Side
  • Part Description
    Shaft, Front Axle
  • Position
    Front Passenger Side
  • Manufacturer
    General Motors
  • Manufacturer's Notes
    This part is discontinued.
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  • Vehicle Fitment

    Year Make Model Trim Engine
    2003-2014 Chevrolet Express 1500Base, LS, LT6 Cyl 4.3 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.3 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 5.3 L GAS
    2003-2014 Chevrolet Express 2500Base, LS, LT6 Cyl 4.3 L GAS, 8 Cyl 4.8 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 4.8 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.3 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.0 L CNG, 8 Cyl 6.0 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 6.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.6 L DIESEL
    2003-2014 Chevrolet Express 3500Base, LS, LT8 Cyl 4.8 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 4.8 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.0 L CNG, 8 Cyl 6.0 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 6.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.6 L DIESEL
    2003-2014 GMC Savana 1500Base, LS, LT, SLE6 Cyl 4.3 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.3 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 5.3 L GAS
    2003-2014 GMC Savana 2500Base, LS, LT, SLE6 Cyl 4.3 L GAS, 8 Cyl 4.8 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 4.8 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.3 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.0 L CNG, 8 Cyl 6.0 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 6.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.6 L DIESEL
    2003-2014 GMC Savana 3500Base, LS, LT, SLE8 Cyl 4.8 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 4.8 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.0 L CNG, 8 Cyl 6.0 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 6.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.6 L DIESEL
    Warning: California's Proposition 65
  • Customer Questions & Expert Answers

    Q:
    Is this 12479181 designed for my car? Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
    A:
    Please Select Your Vehicle model to see if part number 12479181 is suitable before ordering.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
    Q:
    How do you seat the wheel speed sensor ring during installation for the 2008 Chevrolet Express 2500? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Tap the end with a soft-faced mallet if needed.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    What should be done for axles with a locking differential during installation for the 2008 Chevrolet Express 2500? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Install the rear axle shaft lock so that the ends are flush with the thrust block.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    How do you handle the pinion shaft for axles without a locking differential for the 2004 Chevrolet Express 3500? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Remove the pinion shaft.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    What should be done for axles with a locking differential during installation for the 2008 Chevrolet Express 3500? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Install the rear axle shaft lock so that the ends are flush with the thrust block.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    What do you do after removing the rear axle housing cover for the 2010 Chevrolet Express 2500? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Remove the pinion shaft locking bolt.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    What is the procedure for placing the C-lock for axles without a locking differential for the 2010 GMC Savana 1500? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Place the C-lock on the button end of the axle shaft.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    What is the procedure for installing the pinion shaft for the 2007 GMC Savana 3500? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Install the pinion shaft into the differential case, aligning the hole in the pinion shaft with the bolt hole in the differential case.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    What is the torque specification for the axle flange bolts for the 2009 GMC Savana 2500? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Tighten them to 156 Nm (115 lb ft) for the 10.5 inch axle or 185 Nm (136 lb ft) for the 11.5 inch axle.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    What is the torque specification for the new pinion shaft locking bolt for the 9.5-inch axle for the 2009 GMC Savana 1500? Posted by Customer
    A:
    50 Nm (37 lb ft).
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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