Fig. 125: Checking Output Gear Bearings End Play
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13. OUTPUT GEAR BEARING ADJUSTMENT:
a. With output gear removed, install a 4.50 mm (0.177 in.) gauging shim on the rear carrier assembly
hub, using grease to hold the shim in place.
b. Using Holder 6259, install output gear, bearing assembly and bolt. Tighten to 271 N.m (200 ft.
lbs.).
c. Measure bearing end play. Attach Gear Checking Plate L-4432 (1) to the gear.
d. Push and pull the gear while rotating back and forth to ensure seating of bearing rollers.
e. Using a dial indicator mounted to the transaxle case, measure output gear end play.
f. Refer to the OUTPUT GEAR BEARING SHIM chart for the required shim to obtain proper
bearing setting.
g. Use Holder 6259 to remove the output gear retaining bolt and washer. To remove the output gear,
use Gear Puller L-4407A.
h. Remove the gauging shim and install the proper shim determined by the OUTPUT GEAR
BEARING SHIM chart. Use grease to hold the shim in place.
OUTPUT GEAR BEARING SHIM
1 - GEAR CHECKING PLATE L-4432
2 - DIAL INDICATOR
3 - SPECIAL SCREWS 6260
4 - OUTPUT GEAR
End Play Shim Needed Part Number
0.05 mm (0.002
in.)
4.42 mm (0.174 in.) 4412830AB
0.08 mm (0.003
in.)
4.38 mm (0.172 in.) 4412829AB
2009 Chrysler Town & Country LX
2009 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION 62TE - Service Information - Grand Caravan, Town & Country
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