Input Shaft And Gears: Disassembly

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Nissan Sentra. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Before disassembly, measure the end plays of 3rd and 4th input gears with a suitable tool.

Fig 1: Measuring End Play
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1. Gear end play: Refer to GEAR END PLAY .
- If end play is not within specification, disassemble and check the parts.
Remove oil channel from input shaft rear bearing.

Fig 2: Removing Oil Channel
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Press out input shaft rear bearing using Tool.

Fig 3: Pressing Input Shaft Rear Bearing Out
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Remove C-ring holder.
Remove 5th gear rear C-ring.

Fig 4: Removing 5th Gear Rear C-Ring & Holder
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Remove 5th input gear from input shaft using Tool.

Fig 5: Removing 5th Input Gear
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Remove 5th gear front C-ring.
Remove 4th input gear, baulk ring, 4th gear needle bearing, and 4th gear C-ring from input shaft.
Press out both 3rd and 4th synchronizer hub assembly and 3rd input gear from input shaft using Tool.

Fig 6: Pressing 3rd & 4th Synchronizer Hub Assembly Out
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Remove 3rd gear needle bearing.
Press out input shaft front bearing from input shaft using Tool.

Fig 7: Pressing Input Shaft Front Bearing Out
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