Extension Housing

1983 Chevrolet Suburban C20, 5.7 M, StandardSECTION Extension Housing
  1. Remove governor cover and "O" ring. Remove governor assembly. On models with mechanical speedometers, remove retaining bolt, washer and retainer. Remove speedometer driven gear assembly, driven gear and "O" ring.
  2. On models with internal speed sensor, remove retaining bolt and washer. Remove speed sensor assembly and "O" ring. Remove extension housing retaining bolts. Remove extension housing and seal. Remove output shaft sleeve and "O" ring (if equipped). Speed sensor rotor must be removed from output shaft.
  3. Install Gear Puller (J-21427-01) and Adapter (J-8433) on rotor. Pull rotor from output shaft. On models with mechanical speedometers, push retaining clip tab. Remove speedometer gear from output shaft.
RENDER: 1.0x

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Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
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