Installation of Offset Springs -A-

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Fig 1: Identifying Offset Springs -A- For 5th Gear Synchronization

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These springs are installed on both sides.

-- Springs are only installed in conjunction with hollow locking pieces.

-- Insert locking pieces Location: refer to 5th Gear Synchronizer .

Spring installed position:

Fig 2: Installation Position Of (Offset) Spring

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-- Install the circlips 120° offset.

-- Angled end -A- of spring must engage into the hollow locking piece.

It must be located below the tab -B- of the locking pieces.

The offset end always faces away from the synchronizer hub -direction of arrow-.