Output Shaft & Bearing: Disassembly

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Ford Ranger. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the following components:
1. The bearing outer snap ring.
2. The third/fourth synchronizer spacer.
3. The thrust washer.
Fig 1: Removing Bearing Outer Snap Ring
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Remove the following components:
1. The third/fourth synchronizer.
2. The third gear blocking ring.
3. The third gear.
4. The third gear needle bearing.
Fig 2: Removing Third/Fourth Synchronizer, Blocking Ring, Third Gear & Third Gear Needle Bearing
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CAUTION: Make sure that the output shaft flange does not contact or ride up onto the press cradle. Incorrect positioning can result in component damage.

Fig 3: Pressing Off Output Shaft Center Bearing

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Position the output shaft in a press. Press off the output shaft center bearing, the first gear, the first/second synchronizer assembly and the second gear.