GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes
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GMC_Truck
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2003
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Savana (CNG)
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Transmission/Transaxle
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Automatic Transmission - Allison
🢒 Transmission End Play Measurement
Tools Required
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J 24446
Rear Bearing Installer
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J 5959
Dial Indicator Set
Using
J 24446
(1), install the ball bearing (2) until the bearing seats.
Align the retaining ring (1) so that the beveled edge is facing up.
Install the retaining ring (1).
Position the transmission case so that the front is facing up.
Assemble the following tools and install them onto the torque converter housing as shown.
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J 5959-3 (1)
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J 5959-1 (2)
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J 5959-2 (3)
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J 5959-7 (4)
Zero the dial indicator (2).
Lift the rear of the 1-2-3-4, 4-5 clutch housing with a screwdriver through the power take-off (PTO) hole in the transmission case.
Note the end play measured on the dial indicator.
Specification
The transmission end play must be 0.279-1.549 mm (0.011-0.061 in).
If the end play is not within the specification, a different selective spacer must be installed.
Remove the special tools from the transmission.
Remove the retaining ring and the ball bearing assembly.
Repeat the measurement and calculation to determine the correct selective spacer.