Steps 1-5

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Fig. 231:

To install the output bearing cups, use Special Tool # 5050A

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CAUTION: When installing, be sure guide bracket and split sleeve touch the rear of the transaxle case.

OUTPUT SHAFT BEARING PRELOAD SHIM SELECTION
When assembling, the output bearing preload must be checked and/or adjusted if any of the following items have been replaced:
- Output shaft (rear carrier assembly)
- Output shaft bearings
- Transaxle case

SHIM SELECTION

Fig. 238:

1. Install rear output shaft bearing cone and special tool 6618A (Fig. 238).

Fig. 239:

2. Install special tool 6618A (Fig. 239). Lightly tighten retaining screws. Screws should be below the plate surface, but do not snug screws.
3. Turn case over on arbor press so that the plate is resting on the press base.

CAUTION: The output shaft will extend through the hole of tool 6618A. Ensure your press table has clearance for the output shaft.

Fig. 240:

Output Shaft Rear Shim Chart:

4. Install shim on output shaft (Fig. 240). Apply small amount of petrolatum onto the shim to hold it in place. Use the original shim as a starting point. If original shim is not available, use the thickest shim available. Refer to Output Shaft Rear Shim Chart for available sizes.

Fig. 241:

5. Install output shaft rear carrier into rear bearing. The shaft must be pressed into position. Use special tool MD-998911 (Disc) and C- 4171 and C4171-2 (Handle) to press shaft into rear bearing (Fig. 241).

CAUTION: Do not reuse old transfer shaft nut or output shaft nut because the removed stake weakens the nut flange.