Q: How to replace the rear differential cover and gasket on Chevrolet Colorado?
A: The first step to replace the rear axle housing cover and gasket requires vehicle lift. First remove the bolt securing the rear brake pipe retainer and the bolt securing the mounting bracket before removing the brackets from the rear axle cover. Position a drain pan properly under the axle while you remove the differential housing bolts for the rear cover and the cover and gasket together from the differential housing. Drain the rear axle. Start by cleaning the contact areas on the rear cover and gasket and differential housing. Then place the retainer and mounting bracket of the rear brake pipe into position before tightening the mounting bolt by hand. After preparing the axle housing cover and gasket you should bolt the mounting hardware in place before using a torque wrench to tighten each bolt to 30 N.m (22 lb ft). The retaining bolt for the brake pipe retainer should be installed at a torque of 20 N.m (14 lb ft). Drain fluid into the rear axle before lowering down the vehicle.
Q: How to Service and Replace the Differential Cover on an 8.0/8.6 Inch Axle for a Chevrolet Trailblazer?
A: A mechanic should drain the rear axle after lifting the vehicle to undertake a replacement of both the 8.0/8.6 inch axle housing cover and gasket. Use torx tools to carefully remove the rear axle housing cover bolts without damaging the seal. Then remove the rear axle housing cover and save the axle lubricant in a proper receptacle. Examine the rear axle cover gasket for signs of cuts, damage and nicks. Replace the gasket because of any detection of problems. For reuseable gaskets use appropriate cleaning solution to clean surfaces while simultaneously treating both the rear axle housing cover and rear axle housing with proper cleaning methods. Follow fastener precautions when installing both the rear axle housing cover gasket and rear axle housing cover . When installing the rear axle housing cover bolts apply a cross pattern torque sequence at 30 Nm (20 lb ft) for 8.0 inch axles or 25 Nm (18 lb ft) for 8.6 inch axle units. After completing the lubrication process you should lower the vehicle.
Q: How to replace the rear differential cover and gasket on Chevrolet SSR?
A: The replacement process of the rear axle housing cover and gasket begins with lifting the vehicle and draining the axle lubricant. Work slowly while removing the rear axle housing cover because contact with the gasket must be avoided to prevent any damage that could harm the sealing ability. Transfer the lubricating fluid from the axle through an appropriate container. The inspection of your rear axle cover gasket must determine if nicks, cuts or any damage exists that would prevent proper sealing so you should obtain a new gasket if needed. Preparation of the gasket requires cleaning with suitable cleaner while gasket surfaces of both rear axle housing cover and housing should also get cleaned before installation. Position first the rear axle housing cover gasket and then fit the rear axle housing cover . The rear axle housing cover bolts should be installed using a crosswise pattern while tightening them to 30 Nm (20 ft. lbs.). As the final step use the correct axle lubricant to fill the rear axle before lowering the vehicle.