Suburban 3/4 Ton 4WD V8-305 5.0L (1986)
Shift Linkage: Adjustments
Four Speed Shift Linkage Adjust
Fig. 9 Four speed shift linkage adjustment. Series 10---30/1500---3500
SERIES 10---30/1500---3500
Transmission and shifter levers must be in Neutral position at time of rod assembly. A .250 inch gage pin must fit freely into gage pin hole when
shifter levers are positioned as outlined above, Fig. 9.
Some 1982---83 C, K and P models equipped with V8-379 diesel engine and four speed 117 mm transmission may exhibit hard shifting, bearing or
gear noise, or improper clutch operation. The above mentioned complaints may be caused by the transmission top cover protruding beyond the front face
of the transmission, resulting in transmission to engine misalignment. If the vehicle exhibits any of the complaints noted, proceed as follows:
1.
Raise and support vehicle.
2.
Using a .005 inch feeler gauge or shim, check for gaps between transmission and clutch housing.
3.
If a gap or separation is noted, check for interference between top cover and clutch housing. If interference exists, proceed to next step.
4.
Loosen, but do not remove, transmission to clutch housing attaching bolts.
5.
Remove transmission top cover, then grind excess material from forward side of cover until proper transmission to clutch housing clearance is
obtained. Remove burrs from ground edges.
6.
Wash cover with suitable solvent, then torque transmission to clutch housing attaching bolts to 100 ft. lbs.
7.
Install reworked top cover, using a new gasket.
8.
Torque top cover attaching bolts to 20 ft. lbs., then lower vehicle.
