How to replace the wheel axle shafts on Chevrolet Corvette?

To change the axle shafts, start by placing the transmission into park (A/T)/neutral (M/T) and set the parking brake. Lift and place properly, the vehicle, take off the tyre and wheel assembly. Push a drift or a punch into the brake rotor cooling fins in the brake caliper to prevent the wheel and hub bearing from turning and pull off the Spindle Nut retaining the rear Axle Shaft to the hub. Start by releasing the parking brake and then take out the rear transverse spring. They don't loosen the outer tie rod jam nut. On the contrary, remove the outer Tie Rod End from the knuckle and move it to the rear of the vehicle. Remove the Wheel Speed Sensor's electrical connector and the Parking Brake Cable from the parking brake lever, and then move the cable towards the rear. Mount the Axle Shaft remover (J 42129) onto the Wheel Hub and tighten wheel nuts, start working on separating the Axle Shaft off the Wheel Hub and the bearing. Remove the lower Ball Joint from the suspension knuckle and completely disengage the Axle Shaft; make sure to support it until it's taken off. Position the Axle Shaft remover (J 42128), extension (J 29794), and slide hammer (J 2619-01), and attach the Axle Shaft remover (J 42128) to the rear beveled surface of the Axle Shaft inner joint housing even. Before unscrewing the Axle Shaft from the rear axle Differential, using the assembled tools screw it off the other side then remove the Axle Shaft from the vehicle and the Axle Shaft remover (J 42129) from the Wheel Hub. For installation, align the Axle Shaft to the rear axle, differential output shaft and make sure the seal is not ruined and also ensure that it is attached. Use light force to attach it. Lift and position the Axle Shaft into the hub and wheel and bearing while leaving it partially extended for more clearance. Mount the lower Ball Joint to the suspension knuckle, install the Parking Brake Cable into the bracket and mount the lever. Then you should reconnect the Wheel Speed Sensor electrical connector and the outer Tie Rod End to the suspension knuckle and install the rear transverse spring then set the parking brake. Install a drift or punch into the brake rotor cooling fins to the caliper; then, start to install the Axle Shaft retaining nut with your hands, slowly tighten the Axle Shaft retaining nut in order to draw the Axle Shaft to the Wheel Hub and bearing and tighten the nut as well as the drive axle spindle to the 160 nm (118 ft. Lbs.). Remove the drift or punch, disengage the parking brake, put the tire and wheel assembly, and lower the vehicle.

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Chevrolet Corvette Axle Assembly, Rear Part Number: 84228346
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- Other Name: Shaft Assembly-Rear Wheel Drive; CV Axle Assembly; Axle Shaft; CV Axle; Shaft, Rear Axle Drive
- Position: Rear
- Replaces: 23301165
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
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- 2016-2019 Chevrolet Corvette | Grand Sport, Stingray, Z06, ZR1 | 8 Cyl 6.2 L GAS
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- Other Name: Shaft, Rear Axle Drive; CV Axle Assembly; Axle Shaft; CV Axle
- Position: Rear
- Replaces: 15851726, 10350598, 22762284, 25941373
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- 2005-2013 Chevrolet Corvette | 427, 427 Limited Edition Z06, Base, Grand Sport, Z06, Z06 Carbon, ZR1 | 8 Cyl 6.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.2 L GAS, 8 Cyl 7.0 L GAS
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- Other Name: Shaft, Rear Axle Drive; CV Axle Assembly; Axle Shaft; CV Axle
- Position: Rear Driver Side
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
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- 2016-2019 Chevrolet Corvette | Grand Sport, Stingray, Z06, ZR1 | 8 Cyl 6.2 L GAS
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- Other Name: Shaft Assembly-Rear Wheel Drive; Shaft, Rear Axle Drive
- Position: Rear
- Replaces: 23435870, 84686156
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- 2020-2024 Chevrolet Corvette | E-Ray, Stingray, Z06 | 8 Cyl 5.5 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.2 L FULL HYBRID EV-GAS (FHEV), 8 Cyl 6.2 L GAS
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- Other Name: Shaft Assembly-Rear Wheel Drive; Shaft, Rear Axle Drive
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- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
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- Other Name: Shaft Assembly-Rear Wheel Drive; Axle Shaft; Shaft, Rear Axle Drive
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- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2020-2024 Chevrolet Corvette | E-Ray, Stingray, Z06 | 8 Cyl 5.5 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.2 L FULL HYBRID EV-GAS (FHEV), 8 Cyl 6.2 L GAS
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- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2005-2008 Chevrolet Corvette | 427 Limited Edition Z06, Base, Z06 | 8 Cyl 6.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 7.0 L GAS
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Chevrolet Corvette Axle Assembly, Rear Part Number: 23435870
$249.95 MSRP: $425.55
You Save: $175.60 (42%)
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Shaft, Rear Axle Drive; Axle Shaft
- Position: Rear
- Replaced by: 85642686
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2020-2024 Chevrolet Corvette | E-Ray, Stingray, Z06 | 8 Cyl 5.5 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.2 L FULL HYBRID EV-GAS (FHEV), 8 Cyl 6.2 L GAS
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Chevrolet Corvette Axle Assembly, Rear Driver Side Part Number: 22873445
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- Position: Rear Driver Side
- Replaces: 20771984, 22762285
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2009-2013 Chevrolet Corvette | 427, Grand Sport, Z06, Z06 Carbon, ZR1 | 8 Cyl 6.2 L GAS, 8 Cyl 7.0 L GAS
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- Other Name: Shaft, Rear Axle Drive; Axle Shaft
- Position: Rear
- Replaces: 22762283, 25836304
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2009-2013 Chevrolet Corvette | 427, Base, Grand Sport, Z06, Z06 Carbon, ZR1 | 8 Cyl 6.2 L GAS, 8 Cyl 7.0 L GAS
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- Position: Rear
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
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- 1997-2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 50th Anniversary Edition, 50th Anniversary Edition Pace Car, Base, Indianapolis 500 Pace Car, Z06 | 8 Cyl 5.7 L GAS
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- 2000-2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 50th Anniversary Edition, 50th Anniversary Edition Pace Car, Base, Z06 | 8 Cyl 5.7 L GAS
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- Other Name: Shaft, Rear Axle Drive; CV Axle Assembly; Axle Shaft; CV Axle
- Position: Rear Passenger Side
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
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- 2016-2019 Chevrolet Corvette | Grand Sport, Stingray, Z06, ZR1 | 8 Cyl 6.2 L GAS
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- Other Name: Shaft, Rear Axle Drive; Axle Shaft; Shaft Assembly
- Position: Rear
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1984-1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 35th Anniversary Edition, 40th Anniversary Edition, Base, Collector's Edition, Grand Sport, Indianapolis 500 Pace Car, ZR-1 | 8 Cyl 5.7 L GAS
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- 1984-1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 35th Anniversary Edition, 40th Anniversary Edition, Base, Collector's Edition, Grand Sport, Indianapolis 500 Pace Car, ZR-1 | 8 Cyl 5.7 L GAS
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Chevrolet Corvette Axle Assembly, Rear Part Number: 10223032
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The Axle Shaft in Chevrolet Corvette vehicles is an important component that transmits power from the differential to the wheel that in turns can rotate independently. This design helps to have good grip when cornering through allowing the wheels to rotate in different speeds. Chevrolet Corvette Axle Shafts, as can be expected, are usually made of high tensile materials such as chrome-molybdenum or carbon steel because of the horsepower and torque generated by the car. The uses of Axle Shafts in Chevrolet Corvette is as follows Live axle is used for weight support and the drive axles used in Chevroleum Corvette is with differential both for front and rear wheel drive system. The main disparity within these types is based upon physical characteristics for example split axles for independent suspensions which make the car more comfortable to ride in than a normal straight axle. In one way or another, the Axle Shaft plays a big role in the operation of the Chevrolet Corvette especially in terms of performance and handling.

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Q: How to replace the wheel axle shafts on Chevrolet Corvette?
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To change the axle shafts, start by placing the transmission into park (A/T)/neutral (M/T) and set the parking brake. Lift and place properly, the vehicle, take off the tyre and wheel assembly. Push a drift or a punch into the brake rotor cooling fins in the brake caliper to prevent the wheel and hub bearing from turning and pull off the Spindle Nut retaining the rear Axle Shaft to the hub. Start by releasing the parking brake and then take out the rear transverse spring. They don't loosen the outer tie rod jam nut. On the contrary, remove the outer Tie Rod End from the knuckle and move it to the rear of the vehicle. Remove the Wheel Speed Sensor's electrical connector and the Parking Brake Cable from the parking brake lever, and then move the cable towards the rear. Mount the Axle Shaft remover (J 42129) onto the Wheel Hub and tighten wheel nuts, start working on separating the Axle Shaft off the Wheel Hub and the bearing. Remove the lower Ball Joint from the suspension knuckle and completely disengage the Axle Shaft; make sure to support it until it's taken off. Position the Axle Shaft remover (J 42128), extension (J 29794), and slide hammer (J 2619-01), and attach the Axle Shaft remover (J 42128) to the rear beveled surface of the Axle Shaft inner joint housing even. Before unscrewing the Axle Shaft from the rear axle Differential, using the assembled tools screw it off the other side then remove the Axle Shaft from the vehicle and the Axle Shaft remover (J 42129) from the Wheel Hub. For installation, align the Axle Shaft to the rear axle, differential output shaft and make sure the seal is not ruined and also ensure that it is attached. Use light force to attach it. Lift and position the Axle Shaft into the hub and wheel and bearing while leaving it partially extended for more clearance. Mount the lower Ball Joint to the suspension knuckle, install the Parking Brake Cable into the bracket and mount the lever. Then you should reconnect the Wheel Speed Sensor electrical connector and the outer Tie Rod End to the suspension knuckle and install the rear transverse spring then set the parking brake. Install a drift or punch into the brake rotor cooling fins to the caliper; then, start to install the Axle Shaft retaining nut with your hands, slowly tighten the Axle Shaft retaining nut in order to draw the Axle Shaft to the Wheel Hub and bearing and tighten the nut as well as the drive axle spindle to the 160 nm (118 ft. Lbs.). Remove the drift or punch, disengage the parking brake, put the tire and wheel assembly, and lower the vehicle.