Drive and Driven Sprocket, Drive Link, and Park Pawl Removal (6T40/45)

2013 Buick Regal Turbo Premium, Standard TransSECTION Drive and Driven Sprocket, Drive Link, and Park Pawl Removal (6T40/45)
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 Buick Regal. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Fig 1: Drive & Driven Sprocket, Drive Link & Park Pawl (6T40/45)
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Callout Component Name
1 Drive Link Lube Scoop
2 Drive Link Lube Scoop Seals
3 Drive Link Lube Fluid Seal
4 Driven Sprocket Assembly, Drive Sprocket and Park Gear Assembly and Drive Link

Procedure

  1. The drive link, drive and driven sprocket assemblies must be removed at the same time.
  2. The driven sprocket ball bearing inner race has a slight interference fit with the case. Pull straight up to ease removal.
5 Driven Sprocket Bearing Assembly
Tip:Β  The driven sprocket bearing may be stuck to the driven sprocket.
6 Front Differential Carrier Baffle Bolts M6 x 16 (Qty: 2)
7 Front Differential Carrier Baffle
8 Park Pawl Shaft
9 Park Pawl Spring
10 Park Pawl
RENDER: 1.0x

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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.