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Reverse Idler Gear: Removal

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  1. Remove the manual transmission assembly from the vehicle. Refer to REMOVAL .
  2. Remove the back-up light switch and the neutral position switch. Refer to REMOVAL .
  3. Remove the transfer case together with the extension case assembly. Refer to REMOVAL .
  4. Remove the transmission case. Refer to REMOVAL .
  5. Remove the drive pinion shaft assembly. Refer to REMOVAL .
  6. Remove the main shaft assembly for single-range. Refer to REMOVAL .
  7. Remove the front differential assembly. Refer to REMOVAL .
  8. Shift into 4th.
  9. Remove the snap ring.
    Fig 1: Identifying Snap Ring
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  10. Remove the reverse idler gear shaft securing bolt.
    Fig 2: Locating Reverse Idler Gear Shaft Mounting Bolt
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  11. Press out the reverse idler gear shaft from the backside of the transmission to remove.
    NOTE: Support the reverse idler gear assembly with hands to avoid collapsing.
    Fig 3: Removing Reverse Idler Gear Shaft From Backside Of Transmission
    G08582138Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  12. Remove the reverse idler gear.
  13. Remove the reverse idler gear bushing.
    Fig 4: Identifying Reverse Idler Gear Bushing
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