Flywheel Gear: Service and Repair

Ring Gear

Removal
1. Remove the transmission.
2. Remove the clutch pressure plate and clutch disc.
3. Remove the flywheel.





4. CAUTION: Do not heat the flywheel ring gear to remove.

CAUTION: Tap the flywheel ring gear evenly to prevent binding.

Using a brass drift and hammer, drive the flywheel ring gear off the flywheel.

Installation

WARNING: This procedure should be performed only by a correctly equipped and experienced acetylene torch operator. To avoid personal injury, use tongs or wear welding gloves and safety goggles when handling the heated flywheel ring gear.

1. CAUTION: Do not heat the flywheel ring gear beyond 278°C (500°F). Use heat indicating crayons to prevent over heating.

CAUTION: Keep the torch moving to prevent hot spots.

Evenly heat the flywheel ring gear.





2. Install the flywheel ring gear.
^ The bevel on the flywheel ring gear must face the rear of the flywheel.
^ Use a brass drift.
4. Install the clutch pressure plate and clutch disc.
5. Install the transmission.