Chevrolet Silverado / GMC Sierra. Manual - part 950
Fig. 370: Identifying Output Carrier Internal Gear
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1. Inspect the external splines of the output carrier internal gear (1).
2. Replace the gear if detectable notching has occurred.
OUTPUT CARRIER INSPECTION
Fig. 371: Measuring End Play Between Output Carrier And Thrust Washer
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IMPORTANT:
Clutch plate movement can cause notching on the
external splines if the output carrier internal gear.
Replace the output carrier internal gear if the
specifications are not met.
2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
2008 TRANSMISSION Automatic Transmission - Allison - Cab & Chassis Sierra, Cab & Chassis Silverado, Sierra &
Silverado
1. Measure the end play between the output carrier (1) and the thrust washer (2) at each pinion
gear (3).
2. Replace the output carrier assembly if the end play exceeds specifications.
Specification: The maximum pinion end play is 1.010 mm (0.040 in).
Fig. 372: Checking Output Carrier Assembly Teeth For Wear
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3. Inspect the wear of each output carrier assembly tooth by placing a straight edge (3) against
the side of each carrier assembly tooth (2).
2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
2008 TRANSMISSION Automatic Transmission - Allison - Cab & Chassis Sierra, Cab & Chassis Silverado, Sierra &
Silverado
4. Observe the wear on the carrier assembly tooth at dimension A.
5. If detectable notching has occurred, replace the output planetary carrier assembly.
OUTPUT CARRIER BEARING RACE REPLACEMENT
Tools Required
J 44528 Output Carrier Bearing Race Remover. See Special Tools.
J 43797 Output Carrier Bearing Race Installer. See Special Tools.
Removal Procedure
2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
2008 TRANSMISSION Automatic Transmission - Allison - Cab & Chassis Sierra, Cab & Chassis Silverado, Sierra &
Silverado
Fig. 373: Identifying Output Carrier Assembly & J 44528-1
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1. Position the output carrier assembly (2) on the work table so that the rear of the carrier is
facing up.
2. Install J 44528-1 remover (1) over the hub of the carrier and onto the bearing race (3).
3. Tighten the J 44528-1 remover screws (4) wrench tight.
2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
2008 TRANSMISSION Automatic Transmission - Allison - Cab & Chassis Sierra, Cab & Chassis Silverado, Sierra &
Silverado