Case Extension Housing (4T65-E): Installation

1999 GMC Forward Control 5.7 R, AutomaticSECTION Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Install the washer and the thrust bearing onto the final drive assembly. Use the Transmission Assembly Lubricant (J-36850) or the equivalent (petroleum jelly), in order to retain the washer and the bearing. Install the seal and the case extension. See Figure .
  2. Check the final drive end play. See appropriate OVERHAUL article in AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION. Install transaxle brace. See Figure . Install the case extension housing bolts. Install the transaxle brace bolts. Tighten the case extension housing bolts to specification. Tighten the transaxle brace bolts to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONSΒ  .
  3. CAUTION: Carefully guide the axle shaft past the lip seal. The splined portion of the axle can cut the seal.
  4. Install the right drive axle to the transaxle. See appropriate article in DRIVE AXLES. Install the right front tire and wheel assembly. Install the vehicle speed sensor. See VEHICLE SPEED SENSOR (4T65-E)Β  . Lower the vehicle.
  5. Fill transaxle with appropriate fluid to proper level. See LUBRICATIONΒ  . Inspect for fluid leaks.
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