Input Gear
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 GMC Sierra and 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Clean the input gear, with pilot bearing, in cleaning solvent.
- Air dry, and ensure all solvent is removed from the pilot bearing.
- Inspect the pilot bearing (1) for the following conditions:
- Pitted
- Wear
- Corrosion
- Replace the input gear pilot bearing if any of the above conditions are found. Refer to Transfer Case Disassemble and Transfer Case Assemble .
- Inspect the input gear engagement teeth (2) for chips.
- Inspect the input gear for broken or damaged planetary teeth (3).
- Inspect the input gear for debris embedded in the root of the teeth.
- Inspect the input gear seal surface (4) for pitting or excessive wear.
- Replace the input gear if any of the above conditions are found.