Reaction Sun Gear-To-Input Drum End Play

1983 Chevrolet Cavalier CS, 2D Convertible, 2.0 B, Standard, M19SECTION Reaction Sun Gear-To-Input Drum End Play
  1. Install Output Shaft Aligner/Loader (J-26958) in fully loaded position. See Figure . Using 2 case cover bolts, install Reaction Sun Gear Snap Ring Gauge (J-28588) to case. See Figure . Position gauge extension between open ends of selective snap ring.
  2. Press reaction sun gear down to seat. Position gauge extension between open ends of snap ring. Install dial indicator onto Extension Post (J-25025-7). Position feeler gauge beneath shoulder of gauge extension, and zero dial indicator.
  3. Rotate selective snap ring under gauge extension. Remove gauge from under shoulder. Dial indicator should read .005-.013" (.13-.33 mm).
  4. Snap ring is located on reaction sun gear shaft. Measure thickness of snap ring for proper identification. See REACTION SUN GEAR-TO-INPUT DRUM SNAP RINGΒ  .
REACTION SUN GEAR-TO-INPUT DRUM SNAP RING

Thickness: In (mm) Color Code
.089-.093 (2.26-2.36) Pink
.096-.100 (2.44-2.54) Brown
.103-.107 (2.62-2.72) Light Blue
.109-.113 (2.77-2.87) White
.116-.120 (2.95-3.05) Yellow
.123-.127 (3.12-3.22) Light Green
.129-.133 (3.28-3.38) Orange
.136-.140 (3.45-3.56) No Color
RENDER: 1.0x

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