OEM 2008 Chevrolet Colorado Differential Cover

2008 Chevrolet Colorado Differential Cover Parts and Q&A

• Q: How to replace the rear differential cover and gasket on 2008 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.