Manual Transaxle
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The manual transaxle is a fully synchronized 5-speed transaxle. The forward gears are selected by a synchronizer mechanism. The 3rd gear, 4th gear and 5th speed cluster gear are mounted on the input shaft. First gear and 2nd gear are mounted on the mainshaft. The helical-cut forward gears are in constant mesh with the corresponding gears on the opposing shaft. The manual transaxle features a synchronized reverse gear. The reverse gears have helical-cut teeth and are engaged through a synchronizer.
| Item | Part Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | - | 1st gear |
| 2 | - | 2nd gear |
| 3 | - | 3rd gear |
| 4 | - | 4th gear |
| 5 | - | 5th gear |
| 6 | - | Reverse gear |