Forward Clutch Assembly: Adjustment

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Install the thrust bearing to the internal gear.
NOTE: Face the temper color surface to the reverse brake side.

Fig 1: Installing Thrust Bearing To Internal Gear
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Measure depth "A" from the ST upper face to the washer mounting surface.
ST 499575600 GAUGE

Fig 2: Measuring Depth A From ST Upper Face To Washer Mounting Surface
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Measure the height "B" from the ST upper face to the mating surface of the drive pinion retainer.
ST 499575600 GAUGE

Fig 3: Measuring Height B From ST Upper Face To Mating Surface Of Drive Pinion Retainer
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Obtain the thickness of washer using the following formula to select the washer.
T mm = A - B - (0.35-0.70)

[T in = A - B - (0.014-0.028)]

T: Washer thickness

A: Depth from the ST upper face to the washer mounting surface

B: Height from ST upper face to the drive pinion retainer mating surface

0.35-0.70 mm (0.014-0.028 in): Clearance