Internal Components Cleaning and Inspection

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Saturn Vue. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: View Of Internal Components

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

Inspect the output shaft (201) for the following conditions:
- Worn or damaged splines
- Damaged threads
- Excessive wear or scoring on the sealing surface
- Worn gear teeth
Inspect the input gear (214) for the following conditions:
- Worn or damaged splines
- Excessive wear or scoring on the sealing surface
- Worn gear teeth

Fig 2: Inspecting Bearing Rollers & Races For Pitting, Grooves, Spalling & Excessive Wear

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

Inspect the bearing rollers and races for the following conditions:
- Pitting
- Scoring or grooves
- Excessive wear or heat discoloration

Fig 3: Identifying Bent Roller Cage

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

Inspect the bearings for bent roller cages.