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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2003TRAILBLAZER 4WD L6-4.2L VIN SREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISTRANSMISSION AND DRIVETRAINDIFFERENTIAL ASSEMBLYSERVICE AND REPAIRFRONT DRIVE AXLERING AND PINION GEAR INSPECTION
2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4WD L6-4.2L VIN S
Ring and Pinion Gear Inspection
2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4WD L6-4.2L VIN SSECTION Ring and Pinion Gear Inspection
Pinion and Ring Gear Inspection
1. The ring and pinion gears are matched sets and must be replaced any time a replacement of either is necessary.
2. Inspect the pinion and the ring gear teeth for the following conditions:
^ Cracking
^ Chipping
^ Scoring
^ Excessive wear
3. Inspect the pinion gear splines for wear.
4. Inspect the pinion flange splines for wear.
5. Inspect the fit of the pinion flange on the pinion gear.
6. Inspect the sealing surface of the pinion flange for nicks, burrs, or rough tool marks which will damage the inside diameter of the pinion seal and result in an oil leak.
7. Inspect all of the parts for wear and replace as necessary.
1. The ring and pinion gears are matched sets and must be replaced any time a replacement of either is necessary.
2. Inspect the pinion and the ring gear teeth for the following conditions:
^ Cracking
^ Chipping
^ Scoring
^ Excessive wear
3. Inspect the pinion gear splines for wear.
4. Inspect the pinion flange splines for wear.
5. Inspect the fit of the pinion flange on the pinion gear.
6. Inspect the sealing surface of the pinion flange for nicks, burrs, or rough tool marks which will damage the inside diameter of the pinion seal and result in an oil leak.
7. Inspect all of the parts for wear and replace as necessary.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.