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HOMESERVICE MANUALSBUICK2007RAINIER AWD V8-5.3LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISTRANSMISSION AND DRIVETRAINAUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLESERVICE AND REPAIROVERHAUL51. TURBINE SHAFT SEALS INSTALLATION
2007 Buick Rainier AWD V8-5.3L
51. Turbine Shaft Seals Installation
2007 Buick Rainier AWD V8-5.3LSECTION 51. Turbine Shaft Seals Installation
Turbine Shaft Seals Installation
Tools Required
^ J 36418-1B Turbine Shaft Seal Installer
^ J 36418-2A Turbine Shaft Seal Sizer
1. Use the J 36418-1B (1) in order to install the four turbine shaft oil seal rings (619).
2. Resize oil seal rings (619) after installation:
1. Place J 36418-2A (2) over the turbine shaft oil seal rings (619) and seat against input housing.
2. Remove J 36418-2A (2).
3. Turn J 36418-2A (2) upside down and place over the turbine shaft oil seal ring (619).
4. Seat against input housing.
5. Leave J 36418-2A (2) in place over the turbine shaft oil seal rings (619) until the reverse input clutch housing is installed.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.