Seals and Gaskets Service for 2002 K 3500 Truck V8-60L Transmission
1. Remove the torque converter from the transmission.
2. Obtain J24171-A and install the tip (3) with a 90 degree hook onto the end of the slide-hammer (1).
3. Position the 90 degree hook behind the rear face of the seal outer case (2). Remove the torque converter seal using the slide-hammer.
4. Inspect the seal bore for scratches. Remove any scratches in the seal bore using crocus cloth.
Installation Procedure
1. Install the new seal (2) onto the J43772. Position the seal so the seal lip is outward and the face of the steel case is against the driving face (1) on
the tool.
2. Slide the installer tool over the turbine shaft and ground sleeve until the seal starts into the seal bore. Strike the installer tool with mallet (1) to
drive the seal into the seal bore. The seal is installed correctly when the shoulder of the installer tool squarely contacts the outer surface of the oil
pump
3. Install the torque converter into the transmission.
Seal Replacement - Rear Propshaft
Seal Replacement - Rear Propshaft
