Output Speed Sensor Installation (2WD)

2001 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Passenger Extended, 5.0 MSECTION Output Speed Sensor Installation (2WD)
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Tools Required 

J 36850 Transjel® Lubricant

    Fig 1: Locating Output Speed Sensor (OSS)
    GM1235609Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  1. Install the vehicle speed sensor O-ring (3) onto the output speed sensor (OSS) (2).
  2. Apply J 36850 to the O-ring (3).
  3. Install the OSS (2) into the low and reverse clutch housing, 2WD.
  4. Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.

    Install the vehicle speed sensor bolt (1) into the low and reverse clutch housing, 2WD.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the bolt to 12 N.m (108 lb in).

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