Main Shaft Assembly: Removal

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Remove the manual transmission assembly from the vehicle. < Ref. to REMOVAL , Manual Transmission Assembly. >
Prepare the transmission for overhaul. < Ref. to PREPARATION FOR OVERHAUL . >
Remove the neutral position switch, back-up light switch and harness. < Ref. to REMOVAL , Neutral Position Switch. > < Ref. to REMOVAL , Back-up Light Switch. >
Remove the extension case. < Ref. to REMOVAL , Extension Case. >
Remove the transfer driven gear. < Ref. to REMOVAL , Transfer Driven Gear. >
Remove the center differential. < Ref. to REMOVAL , Center Differential. >
Remove the transmission case. < Ref. to REMOVAL , Transmission Case. >
Remove the striking rod.
Remove the oil guide B.

Fig 1: Identifying Oil Guide B
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Use a screwdriver to shift to the 4th gear position.

Fig 2: Removing Shift To 4th Gear Position
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Remove the reverse idler holder.

Fig 3: Removing Reverse Idler Holder
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Remove the check plug, O-ring, check ball spring, shift accent plunger and check ball from the adapter plate.
NOTE: Do not reuse the O-ring.

Fig 4: Removing Check Plug, O-Ring, Check Ball Spring And Check Ball From Adapter Plate
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Remove the bolt and gasket holding the reverse idler gear shaft.

Fig 5: Locating Bolt And Gasket Holding Reverse Idler Gear Shaft
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Push the main shaft assembly, driven gear assembly, reverse idler gear and shifter forks to remove from the adapter plate all at once.
NOTE: A helper is required to perform this work.