FREE REPAIR MANUALS & LABOR GUIDES 1982-2013 Vehicles
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Planet Assemblies

NOTE: Individual parts of the planet carriers are not serviceable except for the differential components.

1. Check pins and shafts in planet assemblies for loose fit and/or complete disengagement. Use a new planet assembly if either condition exists. Before installing a planet assembly, check shaft welds.
2. Inspect pinion gears for damaged or excessively worn teeth.
3. Check for free rotation of pinion gears.