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Torque Converter Locator Bushing Replacement 5.3L Engine w/RPO HP2

Tools Required

    • J 8433-1 Puller Bar
    •  J 45849 Pilot Bushing Remover
    • J 45949 Pilot Bearing and Flywheel Locator Installer

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 1277134  Size: SH
  1. Remove the starter/generator rotor. Refer to Generator Rotor Replacement .
  2. Install the J 45849 (1) into the locator bushing (2).
  3. Using 2 wrenches, rotate the inner shaft of J 45849 , in order to remove the bushing.

  4. Object Number: 1237554  Size: SH
  5. Remove the locator bushing.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 1237554  Size: SH
  1. Position the bushing into the end of the crankshaft.

  2. Object Number: 1277132  Size: SH
  3. UsingJ 8433-1 (1) and J 45949 (2) install the locator bushing (3) into the rear of the crankshaft.

  4. Object Number: 1277126  Size: MH
  5. Inspect the locator bushing for proper installation. A properly installed bushing should protrude no more than 8.4 mm (0.33 in) (a) from the rear of the crankshaft.
  6. Install the starter/generator rotor. Refer to Generator Rotor Replacement .