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Makes 🢒 GMC_Truck 🢒 2008 🢒 Sierra - 4WD 🢒 Transmission/Transaxle 🢒 Manual Transmission - Tremec 5-Speed (M96) 🢒 Transmission Assemble

    Object Number: 1969114 Size: SH
  1. Using a drive tool, install a new bearing, if equipped.

    2. Object Number: 1969113 Size: SH
  2. Using locking pliers, install the bearing snap ring, if equipped.

    3. Object Number: 1969112 Size: SH
  3. Using a drive tool, if required, install a new extension oil seal.

    4. Object Number: 1969235 Size: SH
  4. Using a driving tool, install a new retaining oil seal, if required.

    5. Object Number: 1969236 Size: SH
  5. Using a drive tool or hydraulic press, install the drive shaft tapered bearing taper.

    6. Object Number: 1969237 Size: SH
  6. Install the drive shaft interior bearing roller cage.

    7. Object Number: 1969108 Size: SH
  7. Install the main shaft assembly. Fasten it to the synchronizer, lifting with the help of a cord in one hand and pushing with the other hand.

    8. Object Number: 1969106 Size: SH
  8. Install the tapered bearing race.

    9. Object Number: 1969104 Size: SH
  9. Install the drive shaft, positioning the shaft lubrication grooves with the clutch ring.

    10. Object Number: 1969238 Size: SH
  10. Install the new spacers and bearing race. Add spacers for more play and remove spacers for less play.

    11. Specification
    Axial play should be 0.025-0.127 mm (0.001-0.005 in).


    Object Number: 1969087 Size: SH
  11. Install the bearing retainer, locating the bearing retainer position to the bore holes, which are the position of the lubrication bores.

    12. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.


    Object Number: 1969084 Size: SH
  12. Tighten the 4 screws.

    13. Tighten
    Tighten the screws to 16-21 N·m (12-16 lb ft).


    Object Number: 1969196 Size: SH
  13. Install the transmission over 2 supports and attach the tracking sphere.

    14. Object Number: 1969100 Size: SH
  14. Install the washer.

    15. Object Number: 1969098 Size: SH
  15. Install the 2 roller bearings and the spacer.

    16. Object Number: 1969097 Size: SH
  16. Install the 5th gear synchronizer with the fork.

    17. Object Number: 1969096 Size: SH
  17. Install the lubricated synchronization ring and the 5th gear taper.

    18. Object Number: 1969095 Size: SH
  18. Using locking pliers, install the 5th gear clutch ring.

    19. Object Number: 1969239 Size: SH
  19. Using a dial indicator, observe the axial play.

    20. Object Number: 1969093 Size: SH
  20. Install the roll pin.

    21. Object Number: 1969092 Size: SH
  21. Position the speedometer gear.

    22. Object Number: 1969090 Size: SH
  22. Install the speedometer gear tracking sphere.

    23. Object Number: 1969088 Size: SH
  23. Install the yoke spacer.

    24. Object Number: 1969192 Size: SH
  24. Install the cover.

    25. Object Number: 1969240 Size: SH
  25. Install the 2 guide screws in order to align the cover.

    26. Object Number: 1969082 Size: SH
  26. Tighten the rest of the 8 screws.

    27. Tighten
    Tighten the screws to 57-68 N·m (42-50 lb ft).


    Object Number: 1969080 Size: SH
  27. Install the main shaft yoke washer and nut.

    28. Object Number: 1969079 Size: SH
  28. Tighten the main shaft nut.

    29. Tighten
    Tighten the nut to 150-170 N·m (110-125 lb ft).


    Object Number: 1969241 Size: SH
  29. Position the transmission, and install a dial indicator in order to measure the axial play. Add spacers for more play and remove spacers for less play.

    30. Specification
    The axial play should be 0.025-0.127 mm (0.001-0.005 in).


    Object Number: 1969243 Size: SH
  30. Once you have achieved the axial play, proceed to the final assembly. Clean the bearing retainer surface and apply gasket maker.

    31. Object Number: 1969087 Size: SH
  31. Install the bearing retainer, for the final assembly.

    32. Object Number: 1969084 Size: SH
  32. Apply a Teflon® sealer to the screw threads.
  33. Install the screws and tighten.

    34. Tighten
    Tighten to 34-40 N·m (25-30  lb ft).


    Object Number: 1969244 Size: SH
  34. Once the axial play is achieved, proceed to the final assembly. Clean the cover surface and apply gasket maker.

    35. Object Number: 1969082 Size: SH
  35. Apply a Teflon® sealer to the screw threads.
  36. Install the screws and tighten.

    37. Tighten
    Tighten to 57-68 N·m (42-50 lb ft).


    Object Number: 1969080 Size: SH
  37. Install the main shaft yoke onto the main shaft.

    38. Object Number: 1969079 Size: SH
  38. Tighten the NEW main shaft nut.

    39. Tighten
    Tighten the nut to 150-170 N·m (110-125 lb ft).


    Object Number: 1969078 Size: SH
  39. Install the vehicle speed sensor, if necessary.

    40. Object Number: 1969077 Size: SH
  40. Tighten the vehicle speed sensor.

    41. Notice: Use only clean and approved transmission fluid.

  41. Add 3.5 liters (3.7 quart) of oil 1 ATF synthetic oil.