14. Input Shaft Assemble

2006 Chevrolet HHR L4-2.2LSECTION 14. Input Shaft Assemble


Input Shaft Assemble

^ Tools Required
- J 24433 Press Tube





1. Important:
^ Lubricate all components with transmission fluid before installation.
^ The machined surface faces the needle thrust bearing.

Install the 5th gear using J 24433 and a hydraulic press.





2. Install the thrust bearing (2).
3. Install the two caged needle bearings (1).





4. Install the 3rd gear (5).
5. Install the wavy washer (4).
6. Install the 3rd gear blocking ring (3).
7. Install the thrust bearing (2).

8. Important:
Use a NEW thrust washer.

Install a new thrust washer (1).





9. Important:
^ The machined surface of the synchronizer faces the thrust washer.
^ Make sure to align the slots in the synchronizer with the gear blocking ring tabs.

Install the 3rd/4th synchronizer using the J 24433 and a hydraulic press.





10. Important:
Make sure the oil hole on the bearing collar is 90 degrees from the oil hole in the shaft.

Install the bearing collar using an appropriate tool and a hydraulic press.





11. Install the 4th gear blocking ring (6).
12. Install the wavy washer (5).
13. Install the caged needle bearing (4).
14. Install the 4th gear (3).

15. Important:
The pocketed side of the thrust bearing (2) faces the thrust washer.

Install the thrust bearing (2).
16. Install the thrust washer (1).

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