Installation Procedure
- Inspect the scavenge tube (54) for damage and clogging.
- Install the scavenge tube seal into the case.
- Install the scavenge tube into the scavenge tube seals located in the case and in the driven sprocket support. Tap the scavenge tube lightly with a plastic hammer to ensure a tight fit in both seals.NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
- Install the scavenge tube bolt.
Tighten
Tighten the bolt to 8-14 N.m (6-10 lb ft).
- Inspect the case to case extension seal (126).
- Inspect the case extension mating surface for damage.
- Install the following parts:
- The selective washer (133)
- The thrust washer (132)
- The case extension seal (126)
- The case extension (134)
- Apply pipe thread sealant GM P/N 12346004 to bolt threads before installation. Install the case extension bolts (128, 129).
- Hand tighten the bolts (128, 129) until the case extension is seated onto the case.
- Install the long J 25025-7A and the J 8001 .
- Position the dial indicator with the stem contacting the output shaft (112). Set the dial indicator to zero.
- Insert the J 28585 through the vehicle speed sensor bore and lift the speed sensor rotor for measurement. Protect the bore with a piece of wood or a suitable piece of plastic.
- Proper end play clearance is 0.15-0.65 mm (0.006-0.026 in).
- Record the measured specification and, if necessary, adjust the clearance with the proper thickness selective thrust washer and reassemble. Refer to step 3.
- Remove the dial indicator set and the post.
- Install the stud (127).
Tighten
- Tighten the bolt (128) and the stud (127) to 50-55 N.m (37-40 lb ft).
- Tighten the bolt (129) to 20-27 N.m (15-20 lb ft).
- Install the transmission brace. Refer to ENGINE TO TRANSAXLE BRACE REPLACEMENT .
- Install the vehicle speed sensor. Refer to VEHICLE SPEED SENSOR (VSS) REPLACEMENT .
- Install the ground wire to case.
- Install the wiring harness.
- Install the right drive axle. Refer to AXLE SHAFTS in Axle Shafts.
- Remove the safety stands.
- Lower the vehicle.
- Fill the transmission with fluid. Refer to FLUID CAPACITY SPECIFICATIONS .
- Check the fluid level. Refer to TRANSMISSION FLUID CHECKING PROCEDURE .