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Output Gear Assembly Removal

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    Fig 1: View Of Output Gear Assembly & Retaining Ring
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  1. Rotate the transmission assembly so the I.D. tag is facing up.
  2. Remove the output gear retaining ring (48) from the output gear assembly (12).
  3. Fig 2: View Of Output Gear Assembly
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  4. Remove the output gear assembly (12) from the transmission case assembly.
  5. IMPORTANT: Do not disassemble the output drive gear.
  6. Clean the output gear in solvent and air dry. Ensure the solvent is removed from the bearing.
  7. Inspect the bearings feel for roughness or noise.
  8. Inspect the gear teeth for:
    • Excessive wear
    • Chips or broken teeth
    • Metal embedded in the teeth
  9. Replace the output drive gear as an assembly if any of the above conditions are found.