1st Gear One-Way Clutch Inspection

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Install the 53 x 57 x 20 mm needle bearing (A) and 1st gear (B) in the park gear (C).

Fig 1: Locating 53 x 57 x 20 mm Needle Bearing, 1st Gear And Park Gear
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Hold the park gear (A), and turn 1st gear (B) in the direction shown to be sure it turns freely. Also make sure 1st gear locks in the opposite direction.

Fig 2: Locating Park Gear And 1st Gear
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If any problem occurs on the 1st gear one-way clutch, replace 1st gear. The 1st gear one-way clutch is not available separately from 1st gear.