42. Input Housing and Shaft Assembly Inspection

2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4WD L6-4.2L VIN SSECTION 42. Input Housing and Shaft Assembly Inspection




1. Inspect the input housing and shaft assembly for the following items:
^ Porosity
^ Spline wear
^ Three turbine shaft checkballs
^ Retainer and checkball assembly (620) Orifice cup plug (698)
^ Lube hole cracks
2. Inspect the turbine shaft oil seal ring grooves for damage or burrs. The oil seal rings (619) must fit loose into the ring grooves.





3. Inspect the oil feed passages for obstructions.
4. Blow air through the passages.
RENDER: 1.0x

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

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