Terraza FWD V6-3.5L VIN 8 (2005)
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If the noise is gone, proceed to Step 8 below.
8.
Remove the transmission assembly. Refer Transmission Assembly Removal in SI.
9.
Once the transmission is removed, inspect the flexplate on the rear of the engine for cracks.
Important:
Only proceed to the next step if crack(s) in the flexplate are found.
10.
If crack(s) are found, remove the flexplate from the engine.
Important:
Steps 11 through 16 only apply to the 3800 L26, L32, L36 and L67 V6 engine. Proceed to Step 17 for all other applications.
11.
Inspect for the presence of alignment dowels pins (bushings) in the rear of the engine block. There should be one dowel pin at the 9 o'clock
position and one at the 2 o'clock position.
12.
Inspect the dowel pins for the following:
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Verify that the pins are tight in the block.
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Verify that the pins have a smooth finish and are not bent. Dowels should be straight in the hole and not mushroomed or angled.
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Verify that the pins are installed deep enough in the block so as not to bottom out in the transmission housing when installed.
13.
Inspect the dowel pin at the 2 o'clock position for the condition shown by the arrow in the above picture. Note that the gap may appear on ANY
SIDE of the dowel pin. If this condition is found, the complete engine assembly must be replaced.
14.
If the condition shown in the above illustration is NOT found, use clamping type pliers (vise grips) to remove the dowel pin from the 2 o'clock
position.
