Drive Axle Shaft Lock C-Clip for 2004-2012 Chevrolet Colorado & More - Dorman 05311

Help keep the axle shaft held in place with the Dorman HELP axle shaft lock C-clip, part number 05311, a rear axle shaft C-clip lock that replaces a missing or failed original. It fits many vehicles, among them the 1994-1996 Chevrolet Impala, 1978-1983 Chevrolet Malibu and 2004-2012 Chevrolet Colorado, as a direct-fit replacement for the listed applications. See the "Vehicles it fits" section for the full list.

In a C-clip axle, the clip seats in a groove at the inner end of the axle shaft inside the differential and helps retain the shaft in the axle housing.

• Direct replacement: designed to match the original part's fit and function, so it installs like the factory clip on the listed applications.
• Ideal solution: a dependable choice when the original clip is missing or has fatigued and failed.
• Durable construction: made from quality materials and engineered for reliable performance.
• Trustworthy quality: backed by Dorman's team of product experts in the United States and more than a century of automotive experience.

Signs this part may need replacing include a clip found cracked, bent or missing during differential service, or an axle shaft that has moved outward in the housing. Installation typically involves removing the differential cover and pinion shaft. Follow the vehicle service information for the procedure and the fluid refill.

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