Drive Gear (Input Shaft): Reassembly
- Install NEW oil slinger onto drive gear shaft. Concave side of slinger should face drive gear. Press bearing onto drive gear shaft, with snap ring groove on bearing facing away from drive gear. See Fig 1. Install snap ring on shaft to secure bearing. Install bearing snap ring in bearing groove.
- Ensure bearing turns freely after installation on shaft. Apply grease to bearing surface, and install pilot roller bearings and snap ring. Snap ring is pushed forward into recess by mainshaft pilot during final assembly.
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