Firebird V8-305 5.0L (1982)
1.
Disconnect propshaft from rear of transmission.
2.
Remove rear case seal.
3.
Assemble tool as shown in figure 2.
4.
Insert collet into rear opening of transmission case.
5.
Slide expansion tube into segmented collet.
6.
Turn cap to lock collet into position.
7.
Use a 15/16" end wrench and turn bolt clockwise to remove bushing.
8.
Remove J 38119 with collet attached.
Bushing Installation Procedure:
(Figure 3)
1.
Remove long bolt from cap of J 38119.
2.
Place new bushing over segmented collet.
3.
Slide black expansion tube into segments.
4.
Turn cap to lock collet into place.
5.
Install new bushing into transmission by driving J 38119 in firmly with a plastic hammer.
6.
Turn cap to unlock collet.
7.
Remove J 38119.
8.
Remove collet.
9.
Install rear case seal.
10.
Connect propshaft to rear of transmission.
SERVICE MANUALREFERENCE:
This procedure is not currently included in any Service Manual.
