Axle Identification

2000 Chevrolet C Tahoe 2WD V8-4.8L VIN VSECTION Axle Identification

Axle Identification - Rear:




All rear axles are identified by a broadcast code on the right axle tube near the carrier. The rear axle identification and the manufacturer's codes must be known before attempting to adjust or to repair the axle shafts or the rear axle case assembly. The rear axle ratio, the differential type, the manufacturer, and the build date information is stamped on the right axle tube on the forward side.
^ (1) The first 3 digits indicate the rear axle ratio.
^ (2) The next digit indicates the axle assembly build source code (C) Buffalo and (K) Canada.
^ (3) The next 3 digits indicate the day built, displayed in Julian Date form
^ (4) The last digit indicates the shift (1) first and (2) second.

In order to verify reports made on rear axle assemblies, include the full code letters and the build date numbers.

For periodic maintenance, Refer to Periodic Maintenance Inspection in Maintenance and Lubrication
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