MAINSHAFT And Gears: Inspection: Bearing

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Make sure bearings roll freely and are free from noise, cracks, pitting or wear.

Fig 1: Checking Bearing
Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
Measure wear of inner and outer baulk ring as shown.

Fig 2: Measuring Wear Of Inner And Outer Baulk Ring
Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
- Place baulk rings in position on synchronizer cone.
- While holding baulk ring against synchronizer cone as far as it will go, measure dimensions "A" and "B" using Tool.
Standard

"A": 0.6 - 0.8 mm (0.024 - 0.031 in)

"B": 0.6 - 1.1 mm (0.024 - 0.043 in)

Wear limit: 0.2 mm (0.008 in)
If dimension "A" or "B" is smaller than the wear limit, replace outer baulk ring, inner baulk ring and synchronizer cone as a set.