Change Lever Clearance Inspection

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Measure the clearance between the change lever (A) and the select lever (B) with a feeler gauge (C). If the clearance is more than the service limit, go to step 2.
Standard: 0.05-0.35 mm (0.002-0.014 in.)

Service Limit: 0.55 mm (0.022 in.)

Fig 1: Measuring Clearance Between Change Lever & Select Lever With Feeler Gauge
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
Measure the groove width of the change lever.
- If the groove width is not within the standard, replace the change lever.
- If the groove width is within the standard, replace the select lever.
  Standard: 13.00-13.15 mm (0.512-0.518 in.)
  
  Fig 2: Identifying Change Lever Groove Width
  Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.