Chevrolet Silverado / GMC Sierra. Manual - part 948
1. Inspect the external splines of the intermediate internal gear.
2. Replace the intermediate internal gear if detectable notching has occurred.
INTERMEDIATE CARRIER ASSEMBLY DISASSEMBLE
splines of the intermediate internal gear.
2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
2008 TRANSMISSION Automatic Transmission - Allison - Cab & Chassis Sierra, Cab & Chassis Silverado, Sierra &
Silverado
Fig. 364: View Of Intermediate Carrier Assembly & Output Carrier Internal Gear
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1. Remove the retaining ring (1) from the output carrier internal gear (3).
2. Separate the intermediate carrier assembly (2) from the output carrier internal gear (3).
INTERMEDIATE CARRIER ASSEMBLY INSPECTION
Fig. 365: Checking End Play Between Intermediate Carrier Assembly And Thrust
Washer On Intermediate Carrier Assembly
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1. Check the end play between the intermediate carrier assembly (1) and the thrust washer (2)
at each pinion gear (3).
2. If the end play exceeds specifications replace the intermediate carrier assembly.
Specification: The maximum end play is 1.01 mm (0.040 in).
2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
2008 TRANSMISSION Automatic Transmission - Allison - Cab & Chassis Sierra, Cab & Chassis Silverado, Sierra &
Silverado
Fig. 366: Measuring Inside Diameter Of Intermediate Carrier Bushing
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3. Inspect the bushing (1) for wear and damage.
4. Measure the inside diameter (ID) of the bushing at dimension A.
5. If the bushing ID exceeds specifications, replace the bushing.
Specification: The bushing maximum ID is 36.575 mm (1.4400 in)
INTERMEDIATE CARRIER BUSHING REPLACEMENT
Tools Required
2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
2008 TRANSMISSION Automatic Transmission - Allison - Cab & Chassis Sierra, Cab & Chassis Silverado, Sierra &
Silverado
J 43785 Intermediate Bushing Remover/Installer. See Special Tools.
J 8092 Universal Driver
Replacement
IMPORTANT: The preferred method for removing/installing the intermediate
carrier bushing is to use J 43785 and a press. See Special Tools.
If a press is not available, use J 43785 and universal driver J
8092 . See Special Tools.
2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
2008 TRANSMISSION Automatic Transmission - Allison - Cab & Chassis Sierra, Cab & Chassis Silverado, Sierra &
Silverado