Item 9: Output Shaft Thrust Washer No. 11 Assembly Note

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CAUTION: The tabs on the output shaft thrust washer (No. 11) point into the case. Make sure the thrust washer is correctly seated.

Fig 1: Installing Output Shaft Thrust Washer

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Install the output shaft thrust washer (No. 11).
- Coat the output shaft thrust washer with petroleum jelly.