Rear Planetary Gear, No. 2 One-Way Clutch & Output Shaft: Inspection
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- Measure inside diameter of rear planetary ring gear bushing. See Figure. Maximum bushing diameter is 1.518" (38.56 mm). Replace component if damaged or not within specification.
- Measure inside diameter of output shaft bushing. See Figure. Maximum bushing diameter is .791" (20.08 mm). Replace component if damaged or not within specifications.
- Measure planetary pinion gear thrust clearance. See Figure. Standard clearance should be .008-.024" (.20-.61 mm). Maximum clearance is .039" (1.00 mm). If clearance is not within specifications, replace planetary gear assembly.