Case: Service and Repair
REMOVEEliminating Leaks Between Gearbox Housing And Intermediate Plate.
1. Remove the transmission/transfer case assembly.
2. Place the transmission on the bench and remove the torque converter using torque converter handles 12G1501, taking care not to damage the converter/oil pump housing-oil seal.
3. Remove the 12 hexagonal bolts (inner ring pattern).
4. Remove the bellhousing intermediate plate assembly from transmission case and discard the gasket.
5. Place new gasket onto intermediate plate using a light grease or Petroleum Jelly.
6. Before replacing the intermediate plate/bellhousing assembly check that the thrust washer and axle cage are seated on the A clutch housing.
7. Fit bellhousing/intermediate plate assembly with disc washer onto gearcase and secure with the twelve hexagonal bolts tightened to 46 Nm (34 ft lbs).
8. Place the end-float gauge LST111 onto the pump housing and check that the axial play is between 0.2-0.4 mm (0.008 in to 0.016 in). If the end-float is excessive or tight, replace existing washer, situated at the rear of the intermediate plate, with a suitable washer to give the required end-float as stated above.
9. Refit torque converter into housing using torque converter handles 12G1501, checking that the dimension from the converter fixing bolt boss to the converter housing case is 50 mm (1.96 in). If this dimension is achieved the converter is properly seated in the housing.
10. Refit the transmission/transfer case assembly.