Pan Rear Output Bushing - GM 4L60-E

High-quality slip pan (bushing) for the rear output of 4-speed automatic transmissions General Motors 4L60-E. This pan is seated in the rear of the housing and provides support for the output shaft (or driveshaft yoke on 2WD versions). Its wear causes play on the output shaft, which leads to vibrations during driving and damage to the output seal and oil leaks.

Technical specifications:

• Manufacturer: High-quality replacement (e.g. Dura-Bond, Sonnax)
• Condition: New
• Transmission type: 4-speed automatic (GM 4L60-E)
• Application: Rear of housing, support of output shaft
• Material: Bronze or bi-metal

Vehicle compatibility:

The pan fits a huge number of GM rear-wheel drive or 4×4 vehicles equipped with the 4L60-E transmission:

• Chevrolet: Silverado, Tahoe, Suburban, Blazer, Camaro, Corvette
• GMC: Sierra, Yukon, Jimmy
• Cadillac: Escalade
• Pontiac: Firebird, GTO

Key benefits:

• Eliminates vibrations from the drive train
• Stops oil leaks caused by play on the seal
• Restores the correct alignment of the output shaft
• Essential to be replaced every time the rear of the box is overhauled or sealed

Installation instructions:

Replacing the pan requires removal of the drive shaft and the old seal. The old pan must be knocked out and the new one pressed in using a special tool or a suitably sized bushing. This is an operation that can be performed without removing the box from the vehicle.

Summary:

The rear output pan on the 4L60-E transmission is a small and inexpensive part whose wear causes very troublesome symptoms. Its replacement is a simple and effective way to restore driving comfort and transmission tightness, making it one of the most commonly replaced components on these popular transmissions.