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Automatic Transmission - Allison - (Introduction, Service & Replacement): Specifications Chevrolet Silverado 3500

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Fastener Tightening Specifications

ApplicationSpecification
MetricEnglish
Control Module Cover to Radiator Shroud Bolts9 N.m80 lb in
Control Valve Assembly to Main Housing Bolts12 N.m108 lb in
Converter Housing to Front Support Assembly Bolts56 N.m41 lb ft
Detent Lever Retaining Nut29 N.m21 lb ft
Detent Spring Assembly to Main Valve Body Bolts12 N.m108 lb in
Filler Tube Bracket to Transmission Nuts18 N.m13 lb ft
Fuel Line Bracket to Transmission Nut18 N.m13 lb ft
Fuel Line Retainer to Transmission Bolts2.5 N.m22 lb in
Heat Shield to Transmission Bolts17 N.m13 lb ft
Heat Shield to Transmission Nut25 N.m18 lb ft
Hydraulic Connector Assembly25 N.m18 lb ft
Input Speed Sensor to Torque Converter Housing Bolt12 N.m108 lb in
Main Pressure Tap Plug12 N.m108 lb in
Oil Cooler Line Clip to Oil Pan Nut9 N.m80 lb in
Oil Cooler to Radiator Brace Bolts12 N.m106 lb in
Oil Pan Drain Plug35 N.m26 lb ft
Oil Pan to Main Housing Bolts27 N.m20 lb ft
Output Speed Sensor to Rear Cover Bolt12 N.m108 lb in
Park/Neutral Position (PNP) Switch to Main Housing Bolts27 N.m20 lb ft
Power Take-Off (PTO) Cover to Main Housing Bolts43 N.m32 lb ft
Shift Cable Bracket to Transmission Bolts25 N.m18 lb ft
Shift Cable Support to Steering Column Brace Bolt10 N.m89 lb in
Shift Lever to Shift Selector Shaft Nut24 N.m18 lb ft
Shipping Bracket to Torque Converter Housing Bolts27 N.m20 lb ft
Shipping Bracket to Torque Converter Lug Bolts27 N.m20 lb ft
Torque Converter Housing Inspection Cover to Transmission Bolts10 N.m89 lb in
Torque Converter to Flywheel Bolts60 N.m44 lb ft
Transmission Fluid Pressure Switch to Main Valve Body Bolts12 N.m108 lb in
Transmission Mount to Adapter Bolts (4WD)47 N.m35 lb ft
Transmission Mount to Transmission Bolts (2WD)50 N.m37 lb ft
Transmission Mount to Transmission Support Nuts40 N.m30 lb ft
Transmission Support to Frame Nuts and Bolts70 N.m52 lb ft
Transmission to Engine Studs and Bolts50 N.m37 lb ft
Turbine Speed Sensor to Main Housing Bolt12 N.m108 lb in
Wire Harness/Vent Tube Bracket to Transmission Nut18 N.m13 lb ft
Yoke Assembly to Output Shaft Bolt123 N.m91 lb ft

Fastener Tightening Specifications

Torque Converter Specifications

Torque Converter ConditionMaximum Allowable End Play
New0.762 mm (0.030 inch)
Used1.015 mm (0.040 inch)

Torque Converter End Play Specifications

MeasurementAllowable Wear Limits
Minimum OD of Hub - Bushing Wear Area58.250 mm (2.2933 inch)
Minimum Distance Between Hub Flats51.691 mm (2.0351 inch)
Minimum OD of Cover Pilot43.16 mm (1.699 inch)

Torque Converter Wear Limits Specifications

Transmission General Specifications

NameAllison 1000 Series
First Range Ratio3.10:1
Second Range Ratio1.81:1
Third Range Ratio1.41:1
Fourth Range Ratio1.00:1
Fifth Range Ratio0.71:1
Reverse Range Ratio4.49:1
Transmission Fluid TypeDEXRON® III
Maximum Gross Combined Weight (GCW)11 800 kg (26,000 lb)*
Maximum Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)9 000 kg (19,850 lb)*
* Or Vehicle Manufacturers Chassis Rating, whichever is less

Transmission General Specifications

Fluid Capacity Specifications

ConditionLitersQuarts
(approximate)
Fill After Rebuild12.012.7
Fill After Fluid and Filter Change7.07.4

Fluid Capacity Specifications

Torque Converter Replacement

Tools Required

  1. J 21366 Converter Holding Strap
  2. J 46409 Torque Converter Lifting Handles. See «Special Tools and Equipment»(ref-184163-S11405953682005082200000) .
  3. J 44723 Transmission/Stand Adaptor Plate

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Scheme 254: Removal Procedure

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Scheme 255
  1. Remove the transmission from the vehicle. Refer to «Transmission Replacement (With 6.6L Engine)»(ref-184163-S04712463932005082200000) or «Transmission Replacement (With 8.1L (L18) Engine)»(ref-184163-S06449248852005082200000) .
  2. Install J 21366 to restrain the torque converter.
  3. Install J 44723. Refer to Holding Fixture Installation.
  4. Position the transmission vertically with the torque converter end up.
  5. Remove J 21366 torque converter retaining bracket.
  6. Measure from the mounting lugs to the transmission mounting face.
  7. Install J 46409 180 degrees apart into 2 lugs on the front of the torque converter.
  8. Lift the torque converter free of the transmission and place it on the work table.
  9. Remove the lifting handles.

Torque Converter

Several torque converters are available to match the transmissions to a wide variety of diesel and gasoline engines. The torque converter is a single-stage, polyphase, and three-element unit, consisting of a pump, stator, and turbine. At lower output speeds, the torque converter multiplies torque and provides a fluid coupling to the engine. At higher speeds, the torque converter clutch (TCC) is automatically engaged to provide direct drive from the engine to the transmission. Hydraulic fluid for converter charging pressure comes from the sump and is supplied by the input pump. The torque converter clutch is applied or released by changing direction of fluid in the torque converter. An integral converter damper minimizes the need for additional engine vibration control.

Throttle Position/Torque Management

The TCM receives input on throttle position/torque management, from a signal transmitted by the engine electronic controls.

The engine electronic controls communicate directly to the transmission electronic controls over an SAE J1850 or J1939 serial communication interface (SCI) data link. The transmission TCM must be calibrated to receive these signals.

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Scheme 256: Speed Sensors
IMPORTANTDo not rotate the sensor in the retaining bracket. Changing the sensor/bracket orientation may cause improper operation.

There are three speed sensors typically required for use with 1000 Series transmissions. They include the engine speed sensor, the turbine speed sensor, and the output speed sensor. The speed sensors provide RPM information to the TCM. The speed ratios between the various sensors allow the TCM to determine the transmission operating range. Speed sensor information is also used to control the timing of clutch apply pressures, resulting in the best possible shift quality. Hydraulic conditions are detected by comparing the speed sensor information, for the current range, to the range of the speed sensor information stored in TCM memory. The speed sensors are variable reluctance devices that convert mechanical motion to an AC voltage. Each sensor consists of a wire coil wrapped around a pole piece that is adjacent to a permanent magnet. These elements are contained in a housing that is mounted adjacent to a rotating ferrous member.

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Scheme 257: Shift Selector

The vehicle is equipped with a column type shift selector. In addition to the column shifter, another component associated with the shift selector is the park/neutral position (PNP) switch mounted on the selector shaft. The PNP switch transmits selector position information to the TCM. The PNP switch mounts directly onto the transmission housing, from the outside, and detects the angular position of the shift selector shaft. This position is communicated to the TCM so that certain vehicle control functions can be coordinated with the position of the shift controls. The PNP switch has redundant circuitry to alert the TCM in the event of a single wire or switch failure. The neutral signal output of the PNP switch is typically used as confirmation that the transmission is in NEUTRAL before the engine starter is engaged. The PNP switch is interfaced to the starter circuit with weatherproof electrical connectors. The reverse signal provision may be used to activate the vehicle back-up lights and/or reverse warning devices. The shift selector and PNP switch are customer supplied.

The operator chooses the transmission range by moving the selector lever to the appropriate gate position. When properly adjusted, the shifter gates prevent inadvertent shifting between ranges, and correspond to the internal transmission detent positions. A positive detent is provided in the transmission in order to maintain the selector shaft in the selected position.

The TCM shift calibration determines the available forward ranges for each selector position. Although specific installations vary, typical selector positions for the 1000 Series include the following