Output Carrier Pinion End Play Measurement

Fig 1: Measuring Output Carrier Pinion End Play

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

IMPORTANT: End play specifications are the same for both the 4-pinion output carrier (661) and the 5-pinion output carrier.

Using a feeler gage, measure the pinion washer wear.

End Play Specifications: The correct end play is between 0.228-0.610 mm (0.009-0.024 in).