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Shift Forks Clearance Inspection

Inspection

NOTE: The synchro sleeve and synchro hub should be replaced as a set.





1. Measure the clearance between each shift fork (A) and its matching synchro sleeve (B). If the clearance exceeds the service limit, go to step 2.
Standard: 0.35 - 0.65 mm (0.014 - 0.026 inch)
Service Limit: 1.0 mm (0.039 inch)





2. Measure the thickness of the shift fork fingers.
^ If the thickness of the shift fork finger is not within the standard, replace the shift fork with a new one.
^ If the thickness of the shift fork finger is within the standard, replace the synchro sleeve with a new one.
Standard: 7.4 - 7.6 mm (0.29 - 0.30 inch)





3. Measure the clearance between the shift fork (A) and the shift arm (B). If the clearance exceeds the service limit, go to step 4.
Standard: 0.2 - 0.5 mm (0.008 - 0.020 inch)
Service Limit: 0.60 mm (0.023 inch)





4. Measure the width of the shift arm.
^ If the width of the shift arm is not within the standard, replace the shift arm with a new one.
^ If the width of the shift arm is within the standard, replace the shift fork or shift piece with a new one.
Standard: 16.9 - 17.0 mm (0.665 - 0.669 inch)