{"product_id":"yukon-gear-master-overhaul-kit-for-09-gm-8-6in-diff","title":"Yukon Gear Master Overhaul Kit for GM 8.6in Rear Differential 2009+","description":"\u003ch4\u003eYukon YK GM8.6-B GM 8.6in Rear Differential Complete Rebuild Kit for 2009 and Newer\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eYK GM8.6-B\u003c\/strong\u003e from Yukon Gear and Axle is the comprehensive master overhaul kit for the GM 8.6-inch rear differential found in 2009 and newer GM full-size trucks, SUVs, and vans including Chevrolet Silverado, Tahoe, Suburban, Avalanche, Colorado, and Express, as well as GMC Sierra, Yukon, Canyon, and Savana, plus Cadillac Escalade. When your GM 8.6 rear axle develops bearing noise or fluid leaks, the \u003cstrong\u003eYK GM8.6-B\u003c\/strong\u003e provides every component for a thorough complete rebuild kit. Timken bearings, a full shim set, all seals, and hardware are included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eFeatures and Benefits\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEngineered for the GM 8.6-inch rear differential in 2009 and newer GM full-size trucks and SUVs\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTimken carrier bearings and races for proven load capacity and extended service life\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTimken pinion bearings and races for accurate pinion depth and quiet operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eComplete pinion depth shim set for correct gear mesh and contact pattern\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eComplete carrier shim set for proper backlash and bearing preload\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePinion seal and axle seals to prevent fluid leaks\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRing gear bolts, pinion nut, and crush sleeve for a complete hardware refresh\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGear marking compound with brush and thread-locking compound included\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDifferential cover gasket included\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCompatible with OEM and aftermarket ring and pinion gear sets\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAll components quality-verified to Yukon Gear standards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eVehicle Fitment\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eYear\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMake\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTrim\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2009\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChevrolet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSilverado 1500\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2010\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChevrolet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSilverado 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\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2010\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChevrolet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eColorado\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLT\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2011\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChevrolet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eColorado\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLT\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2012\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChevrolet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eColorado\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLT\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePart Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYK GM8.6-B\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUPC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e883584140887\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDifferential\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGM 8.6in Rear (2009+)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRing Gear Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8.6 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBearings Included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes (Timken carrier and pinion bearings with races)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSeals Included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes (pinion seal and axle seals)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShim Set\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes (pinion depth and carrier shims)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWarranty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYukon Gear limited warranty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat Is Included\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTimken front carrier bearing and race\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTimken rear carrier bearing and race\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTimken inner pinion bearing and race\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTimken outer pinion bearing and race\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePinion seal\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAxle seals (pair)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eComplete pinion depth shim set\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eComplete carrier shim set\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRing gear bolt set\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePinion nut\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCrush sleeve\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThread-locking compound\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGear marking compound with brush\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDifferential cover gasket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the difference between the YK GM8.6-B and YK GM8.6-A?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eYK GM8.6-B\u003c\/strong\u003e is designed for 2009 and newer GM 8.6-inch rear differentials, which have updated bearing specifications. The YK GM8.6-A covers 1999-2008 applications. Confirm your model year before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the YK GM8.6-B include Timken bearings?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The \u003cstrong\u003eYK GM8.6-B\u003c\/strong\u003e includes Timken carrier bearings with races and Timken pinion bearings with races for professional-grade precision and durability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use this kit with aftermarket ring and pinion gears?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The complete shim set in the \u003cstrong\u003eYK GM8.6-B\u003c\/strong\u003e enables proper setup with both OEM and aftermarket gear ratios.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs a differential cover gasket included?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. A differential cover gasket is included in the \u003cstrong\u003eYK GM8.6-B\u003c\/strong\u003e kit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this kit fit Cadillac Escalade models?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The \u003cstrong\u003eYK GM8.6-B\u003c\/strong\u003e covers 2009-2013 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, and Escalade EXT models equipped with the GM 8.6-inch rear axle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill installing the YK GM8.6-B void my vehicle warranty under the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUnder the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act, a vehicle manufacturer cannot void your warranty solely because an aftermarket part was installed. The warranty is voided only if the manufacturer proves the part caused the specific failure. Consult your warranty documents and a qualified professional.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat warranty does Yukon Gear provide?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYukon Gear and Axle offers a limited warranty on the \u003cstrong\u003eYK GM8.6-B\u003c\/strong\u003e for defects in materials and workmanship. Contact Yukon Gear for full terms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs professional installation recommended?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Correct pinion depth, backlash, and bearing preload are essential for proper differential function. A qualified drivetrain technician is strongly recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eInstallation Instructions\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRaise and support the vehicle on jack stands. Drain differential fluid.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRemove the rear driveshaft from the differential flange.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRemove the differential cover and clean all mating surfaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMark bearing caps for correct reinstallation orientation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRemove carrier bearing caps and extract the carrier assembly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePress old carrier bearings off and discard with races.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRemove the pinion nut and flange, then drive out the pinion shaft.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePress out old pinion bearings and remove the pinion seal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eClean all bearing bores and housing surfaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePress new Timken pinion bearing races into the housing using appropriate drivers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDetermine correct pinion shim and install new inner pinion bearing and shim on the pinion shaft.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eInstall new crush sleeve and outer pinion bearing. Install new pinion seal. Thread on pinion nut and torque to specification while monitoring rotating torque.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePress new Timken carrier bearings onto the carrier. Install carrier with correct shims to achieve specified backlash.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eVerify gear contact pattern with marking compound. Adjust shims as needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTorque bearing caps to spec. Install new gasket and cover, fill with correct gear oil, reinstall driveshaft, and lower the vehicle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProposition 65 Warning:\u003c\/strong\u003e This product can expose you to chemicals including lead, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. 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