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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET1982CHEVY VAN G30, 4.1L ENG VIN D, STANDARD TRANSREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)STEERINGSTEERING COLUMNSTEERING COLUMNSSHIFTER TUBE ADJUSTMENT("G" & "P" MODELS)AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS
1982 Chevrolet Chevy Van G30, 4.1L Eng VIN D, Standard Trans
Automatic Transmissions
1982 Chevrolet Chevy Van G30, 4.1L Eng VIN D, Standard TransSECTION Automatic Transmissions
Place shift tube lever in "N" or "D". Loosen adjusting ring clamp screws and rotate adjusting ring to obtain 0.33 - 0.36" (8.4-9.1 mm) end play between shift tube lever and adjusting ring. Tighten adjusting ring clamp screws. See Fig 1.
ADJUSTMENT SPECIFICATIONS
| Application | Specification | |
|---|---|---|
| Lower Bearing Adjustment | ||
| "G" Models | .46-.54" (12-13 mm) | |
| "P" Models | 1.24-1.28" (31.5-32.5 mm) | |
| Shift Tube Adjustment | ||
| Automatic Transmission | 33-.36" (8.4-9.1 mm) | |
| Manual Transmission | .005" (.13 mm) | |
TIGHTENING SPECIFICATIONS
| Application | Ft. Lbs. (N.m) | |
| Flexible Coupling Bolt & Studs | ||
| "P" Models | 20 (27) | |
| All Others | 18 (24) | |
| Lower Jacket Bearing Clamp | 30 (41) | |
| Lower Coupling-to-Worm Shaft Clamp | ||
| "P Models | 75 (102) | |
| All Others | 30 (41) | |
| Application | INCH Lbs. (N.m) | |
| Column-to-Dash Panel | 125 (14.2) | |
| Floor Pan Cover Plate | ||
| "P" Models | 24 (2.7) | |
| "G" Models | 30 (3.4) | |
| Firewall Bracket Clamp | ||
| "G" Models | 150 (17.0) | |
| "P" Models | 98 (11.1) | |
| All Others | 90 (10.2) | |
| Lower Bearing Adjusting Ring Bolt | 70 (7.9) | |
| Ignition Switch Screws | 35 (4.0) | |
| Column Lock Plate Cover | 20 (2.3) | |
| Turn Signal Housing | 45 (5.1) | |
| Lock Bolt Spring Screw (Tilt Wheel) | 35 (4.0) | |
| Bearing Hsg. Support Screw (Tilt Wheel) | 60 (6.8) | |
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.