31 53 040 Removing And Installing/Replacing Right Output Shaft Bearing Block

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove right output shaft

Release grounding strap on bearing block.

Unfasten screws.

Remove bearing block (1) from oil sump.

Installation:

Replace O-ring

Tightening torque 31 60 1AZ .

Fig 1: Locating Bearing Block

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