Gears Cleaning and Inspection
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2017 Cadillac ATS. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Clean all the parts in a suitable solvent. Air dry all the parts.
- Inspect the gear tooth surfaces on all the gear sets for the following conditions:
- Cracks
- Pitting
- Nicks
- Chipped gear teeth
- High spots - small shiny spots on the gear teeth mating surfaces
- Inspect for damaged splines on the input shaft, mainshaft, and the countershaft extension.
- Remove nicks and burrs with a soft stone or a crocus cloth.
- Replace a burred or nicked part that cannot be reconditioned by hand.
- Replace gears and gear assemblies that are worn or damaged.
WARNING:
Wear safety glasses to avoid injury when using compressed air or any cleaning solvent. Bodily injury may occur if fumes are inhaled or if skin is exposed to chemicals.