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Input Shaft Disassemble & Service

Input Shaft

Planetary Carrier Clearance Inspection
1. Measure the clearance between the 25 x 31 mm thrust shim (A) and the snap ring (B) with a feeler gauge (C), in at least three places. Use the average as the actual clearance.





2. If the clearance is out of standard, remove the 25 x 31 mm thrust shim (A) and measure its thickness.





3. Select and install the new thrust shim, and secure them with the snap ring, then recheck.

THRUST SHIM, 25 x 31 mm





4. After replacing the 25 x 31 mm thrust shim, make sure that the clearance is within the standard.
5. Verify that the snap ring outside diameter is 30.7 mm (1.21 in.) or less.