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Reverse Idler Gear and Shaft

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    Fig 1: Reverse Idler Gear & Shaft
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  1. Clean the reverse idler gear (1) and shaft (2) in a suitable solvent and air dry all the parts.
  2. Inspect the reverse idler gear bushing (3) for the following conditions:
    • Excessive wear
    • Scoring
    • Pitting
  3. Replace the reverse idler gear if the bushing is faulty.
  4. Inspect the reverse idler gear shaft for the following conditions:
    • Excessive wear
    • Scoring
    • Pitting
  5. Replace the reverse idler gear shaft if it is faulty.