Disassembly And Assembly

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Using the special tool and a press, remove the countershaft rear bearing.

Fig 1: Locating Countershaft Rear Bearing

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Using the special tool and a press, remove the countershaft front bearing.

Fig 2: Locating Countershaft Front Bearing

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Inspect the countershaft.
- Check the shaft surface for wear or damage. Install a new shaft as necessary.
- Check the gear teeth for wear, pitting, scoring, spalling or fractures. Install new components as necessary.
Using the special tools, install the countershaft rear bearing.

Fig 3: Locating Countershaft Rear Bearing

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Using the special tools, install the countershaft front bearing.

Fig 4: Locating Countershaft Front Bearing

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