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5TH Speed Synchronizer Assembly




DISASSEMBLY AND REASSEMBLY

INSPECTION




SYNCHRONIZER SLEEVE AND HUB
- Combine the synchronizer sleeve and hub and check that they slide smoothly.
- Check that the sleeve is free from damage at its inside front and rear ends.
- Check for wear of the hub front end (surface in contact with the 5th speed gear).

CAUTION: When replacing, replace the synchronizer hub and sleeve as a set.




SYNCHRONIZER KEY AND SPRING
- Check for wear of the synchronizer key center protrusion
- Check the spring for weakness, deformation and breakage.

SERVICE POINTS OF REASSEMBLY




6. INSTALLATION OF SYNCHRONIZER HUB/5. SYNCHRONIZER KEY/4. SYNCHRONIZER SLEEVE/3. SYNCHRONIZER SPRING
1. Assemble the synchronizer hub, sleeve and key noting their direction.




2. Assemble the synchronizer spring so that its projection may be engaged in the groove of the synchronizer key.

NOTE: Take care to prevent the projections of the front and rear spring from sitting in the groove of the same key.