Band Apply Pin Selection Check

1983 Chevrolet Citation 2D Hatchback, 2.8 Z, AutomaticSECTION Band Apply Pin Selection Check
  1. Install Band Apply Pin Gauge (J-28535) over intermediate servo bore, and retain it with 2 servo cover bolts. See Fig 1 . Remove band apply pin from intermediate servo assembly.
  2. Install Band Apply Pin Gauge Extension (J-28535-4) onto servo piston end of band apply pin. Install band apply pin and gauge extension into gauge on servo bore.
    Fig 1: Checking Band Apply Pin
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  3. Using an INCH lb. torque wrench, apply torque of 100 INCH lbs. (11.3 N.m) to hex nut on gauge tool. If pin is correct size, White line on gauge extension will appear in window.
  4. If White line does not appear in window, use a longer or shorter pin as necessary. See INTERMEDIATE BAND APPLY PINΒ  . Repeat step 3) to ensure pin size is correct. Set selected pin aside until transaxle reassembly procedure.
INTERMEDIATE BAND APPLY PIN

Length Identification
Short 2 Grooves
Medium 1 Groove
Long No Groove
RENDER: 1.0x

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