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HOMESERVICE MANUALSPONTIAC2008GRAND PRIX BASEREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 28 (FRONT DRIVE AXLE)
2008 Pontiac Grand Prix Base
Section 28 (Front Drive Axle)
2008 Pontiac Grand Prix BaseSECTION Section 28 (Front Drive Axle)
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Hummer H2. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Specifications
- Component Locator
- Diagnostic Information and Procedures
- Diagnostic Starting Point - Front Drive Axle
- Symptoms - Front Drive Axle
- Front Drive Axle Noises
- Noisy in Drive
- Noisy When Coasting
- Intermittent Noise
- Constant Noise
- Noisy on Turns
- Wheel Bearing Wear - Front Drive Axle (Straight)
- Wheel Bearing Wear - Front Drive Axle (Tapered)
- Front Axle Lubricant Leak Diagnosis
- Repair Instructions
- Lubricant Level Inspection - Front Drive Axle
- Lubricant Replacement - Front Drive Axle
- Differential Carrier Assembly Hole Plug Replacement
- Vent Hose Replacement
- Vent Hose Connector Replacement - Front Drive Axle
- Inner Shaft and/or Housing Replacement - Front Drive Axle
- Inner Axle Seal and/or Bearing Replacement - Front Drive Axle
- Differential Drive Pinion Flange/Yoke, Seal, and Dust Deflector Replacement - Front
- Differential Carrier Assembly Bushing Replacement (Differential Carrier)
- Differential Carrier Assembly Bushing Replacement (Inner Axle Shaft Housing)
- Differential Carrier Assembly Replacement
- Differential Carrier Assembly - Disassemble
- Differential Case Assembly Disassemble
- Differential Case Bearings Inspection
- Differential Case and Gears Inspection
- Pinion and Ring Gear Inspection
- Thrust Washers, Shims, and Adjuster Sleeves Inspection
- Differential Case Assembly Assemble
- Pinion Bearing Cup Installation
- Pinion Depth Adjustment
- Differential Carrier Assembly - Assemble
- Backlash Inspection and Adjustment
- Differential Carrier Assembly - Final Assembly
- Gear Tooth Contact Pattern Inspection
- Description and Operation
- Special Tools and Equipment
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.