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2003 Chevrolet Malibu Repair Question


Topics covered: Axle, Axle nut, Tool.
Mileage: No information provided.

Asked on November 3, 2010

2003 Chevy Malibu half shaft

Drive Train Axles Bearings problem
2003 Chevy Malibu 6 cyl Front Wheel Drive Automatic 180000 miles

how do you remove the half shaft
Avatar Asked by gerald1947

Answer

Replied on November 3, 2010

I'll give you a procedure and will post it. However there are situations that involve some tools and finess that is not best understood until the particular situation occurs. I will post the procedure but when you do it..make sure someone is here when you need them...which may not be possible. OR be prepared to let it set until then.

I will update with a procedure.

Tiny Answered by Service Writer (expert)
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Replied on November 3, 2010

Get a new axle nut
P/N 10289657

The revised torque is 173 ft ibs.

The reman shaft you buy may have it..check first.


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Tiny Answered by Service Writer (expert)
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