Somerset V6-181 3.0L (1986)
Figure 10 - Bearing and Annulus Inspection
Inspect
Inspect stub shaft bearing annulus for flatness and damage. Clean before reassembly.
Figure 11 - Pinion and Valve Installation
6.
Align stub shaft flat or notch with second mark on housing made during disassembly. (See Valve Removal, Section B - Step 9.) Install pinion and
valve assembly with spool shaft retaining ring, and valve body rings included, into housing using J 37090 to prevent damage to valve rings during
assembly.
vImportant
Set pinion and valve assembly onto housing using J 37090. Use J 29822 pinion seal installer to push assembly into housing bore. DO NOT
hammer or use excessive force. If pinion and valve assembly does not fully seat in housing, check to be sure valve body rings are not binding in
housing bore. Check rings for cuts or damage. Repeat installation steps 1 through 5. If pinion and valve assembly will not align properly in
housing bore, replace rack and pinion assembly.
