Transaxle Inspection
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Tools Required
- J 26900-2 Micrometer. See Special Tools .
- J 8001 Dial Indicator
- J 26900-13 Magnetic Base
- J 33183 Input Shaft Seal Installer. See Special Tools .
- J 23907 Slide Hammer
- J 29369-1 Bushing and Bearing Remover
- J 29369-2 Shaft Front Bearing Puller
- J 35656 Input Shaft Front Bearing Installer. See Special Tools .
- J 8092 Universal Driver Handle
- J 35553 Differential Seal Installer. See Special Tools .
- J 35399 Front Axle Hub Installer. See Special Tools .
- J 35552 Differential Side Bearing Cup Installer. See Special Tools .
- J 35657 Shaft Front Bearing Installer. See Special Tools .
- Use a J 26900-2
to measure the outer diameter of the input shaft journal surfaces. See Special Tools .
- 24.87 mm (0.9791 in) (1)
- 28.97 mm (1.1405 in) (2)
- 30.97 mm (1.2193 in) (3)
- 24.97 mm (0.9831 in) (4)
- Use a J 8001 and a J 26900-13 to inspect the input shaft runout. If the runout exceeds 0.05 mm (0.0020 in), replace the input shaft.
- Use a J 26900-2
to measure the outer diameter of the output shaft journal surfaces (1, 2, 3). See Special Tools .
- 32.97 mm (1.2980 in) (1)
- 37.97 mm (1.4949 in) (2)
- 31.97 mm (1.2587 in) (3)
- Use a J 8001 and a J 26900-13 to inspect the output shaft runout. If the runout exceeds 0.05 mm (0.0020 in), replace the output shaft.
- Inspect the synchronizer rings by turning and pushing on them in order to test the braking action.
- Inspect the synchronizer ring clearance by measuring between the back of the synchronizer ring and the gear spline end. If clearance is less than 0.6 mm (0.024 in), replace the synchronizer ring.
- Use a feeler gage to measure the clearance between the hub sleeve and the shift fork. If the clearance exceeds 1.0 mm (0.0039 in), replace the shift fork or replace the hub sleeve.
- Remove the input shaft front seal.
- Remove the bearing lock plate.
- Inspect the input shaft front bearing. If you must replace the bearing, use a J 23907 and a J 29369-1 .
- Use a J 8092 and a J 35656 to install the bearing. See Special Tools .
- Inspect the output shaft front bearing. If you must replace the bearing, use a J 23907 and a J 29369-2 .
- Install the bearing use a J 8092 and a J 35657 . See Special Tools .
- Use a J 33183 to install the input shaft front seal. See Special Tools . Lightly coat the seal lip with GM P/N 1051344.
- Install the bearing lock plate.
Tighten: Tighten the bearing lock bolts to 11 N.m (97 lb in).
- Inspect the RH differential oil seal and inspect the LH differential oil seal. If replacement is necessary, remove the seal with a screwdriver.
- Use a J 35553 to install a new seal flush with the case surface. See Special Tools . Lightly coat the seal lip with GM P/N 1051344.
- Inspect the RH differential bearing cap and the LH differential bearing cap. If replacement is necessary, use a J 35399 to remove the bearing caps. See Special Tools .
- Use a J 35552 to install the bearing caps. See Special Tools .
- Inspect the control shaft cover seal. If replacement is necessary use the following procedure:
- Remove the old seal with a screwdriver.
- Tap in a new seal.
- Coat the lip of the seal with GM P/N 1051344.
- Inspect the speedometer seal. If replacement is necessary remove the old seal.
- Coat the new seal with GM P/N 1051344.
- Install the seal to a depth of 25 mm (0.98 in).
- Inspect the reverse restrict pin. If replacement is necessary, perform the following procedure:
- Remove the reverse restrict holder.
- Using a pin punch and a hammer, driver out the slotted spring pin.
- Replace the reverse restrict pin.
- Driver in the slotted pin.
IMPORTANT:
If any of the journal surfaces are under specifications, replace the input shaft.
IMPORTANT:
If any of the journal surfaces are under specifications, replace the output shaft.
NOTE:
Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.