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HOMESERVICE MANUALSPONTIAC19876000 L4-151 2.5LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISTRANSMISSION AND DRIVETRAINAUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLESERVICE AND REPAIROVERHAULREVERSE PIPE & PARKING BRACKET
1987 Pontiac 6000 L4-151 2.5L
Reverse Pipe & Parking Bracket
1987 Pontiac 6000 L4-151 2.5LSECTION Reverse Pipe & Parking Bracket
1. Inspect bracket for damage. Actuator rod must be positioned over parking pawl and out of parking range.
2. Install parking lock bracket and dipstick stop, then install retaining screws and torque to specifications.
3. Check parking lock assembly for proper operation.
4. Using a 9.5 mm (3/8 inch) rod, install lo and reverse seal assembly.
5. Install O-ring back-up washer, then install O-ring seal on reverse oil pipe and install reverse oil pipe. Install plain end first, then install O-ring end into lo and reverse seal bore, see image.
6. Install pipe retainer bracket and bolt and torque bolt to specifications.
2. Install parking lock bracket and dipstick stop, then install retaining screws and torque to specifications.
3. Check parking lock assembly for proper operation.
4. Using a 9.5 mm (3/8 inch) rod, install lo and reverse seal assembly.
5. Install O-ring back-up washer, then install O-ring seal on reverse oil pipe and install reverse oil pipe. Install plain end first, then install O-ring end into lo and reverse seal bore, see image.
6. Install pipe retainer bracket and bolt and torque bolt to specifications.
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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.