Reverse Idler Gear: Assembly

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Ford Pickup. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Assemble the reverse idler gear as follows:
- Thrust washer
- Two reverse idler gear needle bearings
- Reverse idler gear
- Thrust washer
- Retaining ring
Measure reverse idler gear end play.
- If end play is not within specifications, install a retaining ring of correct thickness.
- Reverse idler gear retaining rings:
  - 1.5 mm (0.0590 in)
  - 1.6 mm (0.0629 in)
  - 1.7 mm (0.0669 in)
  - 1.8 mm (0.0708 in)
  - 1.9 mm (0.0748 in)