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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2009HHR L4-2.2LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISTRANSMISSION AND DRIVETRAINAUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLESERVICE AND REPAIROVERHAULFINAL DRIVE ASSEMBLY DISASSEMBLE
2009 Chevrolet HHR L4-2.2L
Final Drive Assembly Disassemble
2009 Chevrolet HHR L4-2.2LSECTION Final Drive Assembly Disassemble
Final Drive Assembly Disassemble
1. Remove the final drive sun gear (115).
2. Remove the differential pinion shaft retaining pin (704). Use a pin punch.
Note: If the pinion gears are removed, place the final drive carrier into a clean transmission oil pan in order to prevent losing the needle bearings.
3. Remove the differential pinion shaft (703).
4. Remove the differential pinion gears (707), thrust washers (706), the differential side gears (709), and the thrust washers (708).
5. Inspect the final drive sun gear to carrier thrust bearing (700).
6. Inspect all pinions for excessive wear or bearing noise.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.