4. Output Shaft Disassemble

2006 Chevrolet HHR L4-2.2LSECTION 4. Output Shaft Disassemble


Output Shaft Disassemble

^ Tools Required
- J 36513 Gear and Bearing Separator Plate
- J 44378 Press Adapter (all shafts)





1. Important:
The 4th driven gear is a very tight press.

Press off the 4th driven gear using the J 36513 (2) and the J 44378 (1).





2. Important:
The 3rd driven gear is a very tight press.

Remove the 3rd driven gear using the J 36513 (2) and the J 44378 (1).





3. Remove the 5th gear (1) and the two caged needle bearings (2).





4. Important:
Do not contact the thrust washer under the reverse gear.

Remove the bearing collar using the J 36513 (2), under the reverse gear, the J 44378 (1), and a hydraulic press.





5. Remove the following components as an assembly:
1. The bearing collar (1)
2. The 5th gear blocking ring (2)
3. The 5th/Reverse synchronizer assembly (3)
4. The reverse blocking ring (4)
5. The reverse gear (5)
6. The caged needle bearing (6)





6. Important:
Ensure that the J 36513 is not making contact with the pinion gear before pressing off the collar and thrust washer.

Remove the collar and the thrust washer using the J 44378 (1), the J 36513 (2), and a hydraulic press.

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