Inspection After Disassembly: Synchronizer

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.

Check items below. If necessary, replace them with new ones.

Damage and excessive wear of contact surfaces of coupling sleeve, synchronizer hub, and shifting insert.

Fig 1: Inspecting Coupling Sleeve & Synchronizer Hub Movement, Damage & Wear
Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
Coupling sleeve and synchronizer hub must move smoothly.
If any crack, damage, or excessive wear is found on cam face of baulk ring or working face of insert, replace it.

Fig 2: Checking Baulk Ring
Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.