Disassembly
1. Measure thrust clearance of output shaft first, second and third gears with feeler gauge.
- First gear clearance should be 0.10 - 0.40 mm (0.003 - 0.0197 inch).
- Second-third gear clearance should be 0.10 - 0.30 mm (0.003 - 0.0118 inch).
2. If first gear thrust clearance is incorrect, replace gear and thrust washer. If second or third gear clearance is incorrect, either gear and bearing, or output shaft flange is worn. Refer to output shaft inspection in Cleaning and Inspection section.
3. Press fifth gear and rear bearing off rear of output shaft.
4. Remove thrust washer, pin, and first gear and bearing.
5. Remove first/reverse hub snap ring.
6. Remove synchro ring.
7. Press reverse gear and first/reverse hub off shaft as assembly.
8. Remove remaining synchro ring and second gear and bearing.
9. Remove snap ring at front of output shaft.
10. Press 3-4 hub and sleeve off output shaft as assembly.
11. Remove synchro ring.
12. Remove third gear and needle bearing.