Assembly Procedure
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- Install the caged needle bearing (5).
- Install the 2nd gear (4).
- Install the 2nd gear inner cone (3).
- Install the 2nd gear blocking ring (2).
- Install the 2nd gear outer cone (1).
- Make sure to properly align the synchronizer to the gear and notches in the blocking ring.
- Observe the orientation of the synchronizer. The shoulder of the synchronizer faces 1st gear.
- Install the 1st/2nd synchronizer using J 24433 and a hydraulic press.
- Install the thrust washer (2) and the bearing collar (1) using an appropriate tool and a hydraulic press.
- Install the 1st gear outer cone (3).
- Install the 1st gear blocking ring (2).
- Install the 1st gear inner cone (1).
- Install the roller bearing.
- Install the 1st gear.
- Install the roller bearing.
- Install the thrust washer using J 24433 and a hydraulic press.
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Lubricate all components with transmission fluid before installation.
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Install the bearing collar oil hole 180 degrees from shaft oil hole.
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The steps in both roller bearings must fall into the 1st gear.