Checking Procedure Buick LaCrosse I

Checking Procedure

1. Make sure that the driven sprocket support (609) and both sprockets (506, 516) are fully seated.
2. Pull the drive link assembly (507) toward the case at the indicated location.
3. Measure the distance between the case and the drive link assembly (507): If the measurement is 3.2 mm (1/8 in) or greater, reuse the drive link assembly (507). If the measurement is less than 3.2 mm (1/8 in), replace the drive link assembly (507).

1. Remove the fourth clutch shaft thrust washer (505).
2. Remove the drive sprocket thrust washer (514). It may be stuck to the case cover
3. Remove the speed sensor reluctor wheel (527).
4. Note the location of the master link on the drive link assembly (507). It is the one link that is a different color than the rest. It may be facing up or down towards the case. The drive link assembly (507) must be in the same position during assembly.
5. Lift the drive and driven sprockets (516, 506) with the drive link assembly (507) out of the case. Lift both sides evenly It may be necessary to tap the turbine shaft (518) up gently with a rubber mallet
6. Remove the drive and driven sprocket thrust washers (517, 508). They may be stuck to the sprockets

1. With your fingers, insert two 13 mm channel plate bolts (434) into the driven sprocket support assembly (609).
2. Grasp the bolts and lift the support assembly from the case.
3. Remove the thrust washer (611) from the second clutch housing. The washer may be stuck to the support assembly.