5th gear synchro -with cast locking lugs

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Fig 1: Identifying 5Th Gear Synchro -With Cast Locking Lugs

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Drive on 5th gear synchro-hub.
NOTE: Make sure that the synchro-ring is free to move while driving on the hub.

Fig 2: Driving On 5th Gear Synchro-Hub

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Install securing bolts for synchro-hub and 5th gear; hand -tighten only.
Belleville spring/attachment bolts for 5th gear synchro-hub and 5th gear, installation position
- Outer diameter/concave side (-arrows-) faces 5th gear

Fig 3: Identifying Outer Diameter/Concave Side Faces 5th Gear

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Engage two gears to lock transmission before tightening synchro-hub and 5th gear securing bolts (-arrows-), see ASSEMBLING , Figure
Install 5th gear shift fork.

Fig 4: Tightening Synchro-Hub And 5th Gear Securing Bolts

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