Input Shaft-To-Case Cover End Play

1983 Chevrolet Citation 4D Hatchback, 2.5 R, AutomaticSECTION Input Shaft-To-Case Cover End Play
  1. Install Output Shaft Loader Adapter Plug (J-26958-10) into right axle end. See Fig 1 . Mount Output Shaft Aligner/Loader (J-26958) and Bracket (J-26958-11) to right axle end of case. Adjust loader by turning handle until knob bottoms.
  2. Install Input Shaft Lifter (J-28544) into input shaft bore and tighten. Install dial indicator with Extension Post (J-25025-7). Place indicator plunger on end of lifter. Press down on lifter, zero dial indicator, and lift up tool. End play should be .004-.033" (.10-.84 mm).
  3. End play snap ring is located on input shaft, beneath driven sprocket. See INPUT SHAFT END PLAY SELECTIVE SNAP RINGSΒ  .
CAUTION: Oil soaked snap rings may discolor. Measure snap ring for actual thickness.
INPUT SHAFT END PLAY SELECTIVE SNAP RINGS

Thickness: In (mm) Color Code
.071-.076 (1.80-1.93) White
.078-.084 (1.98-2.13) Blue
.088-.092 (2.23-2.33) Brown
.095-.099 (2.41-2.51) Yellow
.103-.107 (2.62-2.72) Green
Fig 1: Installing Output Shaft Aligner/Loader
G92B12675Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
RENDER: 1.0x

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