Reverse Shift Fork Clearance Inspection

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Measure the clearance between the reverse idler gear (A) and the reverse shift fork (B) with a feeler gauge (C). If the clearance exceeds the service limit, go to step 2.
Standard: 0.20-0.59 mm (0.0079-0.0232 in)

Service Limit: 1.3 mm (0.051 in)

Fig 1: Identifying Clearance Between Reverse Idler Gear (A) And Reverse Shift Fork (B) With A Feeler Gauge (C)
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Measure the width of the reverse shift fork.
- If the width is not within the standard, replace the reverse shift fork.
- If the width is within the standard, replace the reverse idler gear.
Standard: 13.4-13.7 mm (0.528-0.539 in)

Fig 2: Identifying Width Of Reverse Shift Fork

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