Countershaft & Reverse Idle Gear Disassembly & Assembly: Assembly

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Set inner race (2) to countershaft front bearing (1) and press-fit bearing with hydraulic press (3) and special tool.
NOTE: When installing bearing, bring it so that its groove (4) for C-ring as shown.

Special tool

(A): 09940-54950

Fig 1: Press-Fitting Bearing
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Select circlip that will make its thrust clearance 0.1 mm (0.0039 in.) or less and install it.

Fig 2: Circlip Thickness Specifications Table
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Special tool

(B): 09900-06107

Fig 3: Measuring Thrust Clearance
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