FREE REPAIR MANUALS & LABOR GUIDES 1982-2013 Vehicles
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Synchronizer

DISASSEMBLY
Place synchronizer in a clean shop towel and wrap. Press on inner hub. Carefully open up shop towel and remove springs, balls, keys, hub, and sleeve.

CLEANING
Do not attempt to clean the blocking rings in solvent. The friction material will become contaminated. Place synchronizer components in a suitable holder and clean with solvent. Air dry.

INSPECTION
Proper inspection of components involve: e Teeth, for wear, scuffed, nicked, burred, or broken teeth
- Keys, for wear or distortion
- Balls and springs, for distortion, cracks, or wear If any of these conditions exist in these components, replace as necessary.

ASSEMBLY
1. Position synchronizer hub onto work bench. Hub is non-directional.
2. Install springs into hub slot.
3. Insert key into hub and spring.
4. Apply petroleum jelly to the hole in the key Insert balls into each key
5. Slide sleeve over the hub and depress balls as you carefully slip the sleeve into position.