FREE REPAIR MANUALS & LABOR GUIDES 1982-2013 Vehicles
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Transmission Case

Transmission Case

Special Tool(s):








Disassembly and Assembly
1. Remove the shift detent from the transmission main case.





2. Remove the shift detent plug and the spring and shift detent from the clutch housing.
3. Remove the bolts and the guide plate.
^ Inspect the plate for wear or damage. Install a new plate as necessary.
^ To install, tighten to 22 Nm (16 ft. lbs).

4. NOTE: Do not remove the magnets.

Clean the case magnets.





5. Remove the reverse lamp switch.
^ To install, tighten to 27 Nm (20 ft. lbs).
6. Inspect the countershaft and mainshaft bearing cups for wear or damage. Install new components as necessary.
7. Using the special tools, remove the countershaft bearing cup.





8. Using the special tools, remove mainshaft bearing cup.

9. WARNING: Make sure protective eye wear is in place.

Clean the case with solvent and dry with compressed air. Clean and check the sealing surface for nicks or scratches. Inspect the case for cracks.
^ If the case is cracked, install a new case. If the sealing surface has nicks or scratches, use a soft stone or crocus cloth to remove.

10. NOTE: If a new countershaft bearing is being installed, install a new bearing cup. Always install new bearings and cups in a set.

Using the special tools, install the countershaft bearing cup.





11. NOTE: If a new mainshaft bearing is being installed, install a new bearing cup. Always install new bearings and cups in a set.

Using the special tools, install the mainshaft bearing cup.





12. To assemble, reverse the disassembly procedure.