FREE REPAIR MANUALS & LABOR GUIDES 1982-2013 Vehicles
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Clearance Inspection




1. Measure the clearance between the 1st gear and thrust washer.




2. If the clearance exceeds the service limit, measure the thicknesses of 1st gear and thrust washer.
- If the thicknesses of 1st gear and thrust washer are less than the standard, replace with a new one.
- If the thicknesses of 1st gear and thrust washer are within the standard, replace the 1st/2nd synchro hub with a new one.




3. Measure the clearance between the 2nd gear and 3rd gear.




4. If the clearance exceeds the service limit, measure the thicknesses of 2nd gear and spacer collar.
- If the thicknesses of 2nd gear and spacer collar are less than the standard, replace with a new one.
- If the thicknesses of 2nd gear and spacer collar are within the standard, replace the 1st/2nd synchro hub with a new one.