Automatic Transmission: Countershaft: Inspection

Clearance Measurement

1. Remove the countershaft bearing from the transmission housing (see TRANSMISSION HOUSING BEARINGS  ).
2. Install the parts below on the countershaft using the special tool and a press as described on this page.
   NOTE: Do not assemble the O-rings during inspection.
   Fig 1: Identifying Reverse Selector Hub Installation Position

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3. Install the parts below on the countershaft sub-assembly, then torque the locknut to 29 N.m (3.0 kgf.m, 22 lbf.ft).
   NOTE: Countershaft locknut has left-hand threads.
   Fig 2: Identifying Countershaft Sub-Assembly, Locknut And Needle Bearing

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4. Measure the clearance between the 2nd gear and the 28 mm distance collar with a feeler gauge.
   NOTE: Take measurements in at least three places, and use the average as the actual clearance.

   STANDARD: 0.10 - 0.18 mm (0.004 - 0.007 in) 

   Fig 3: Measuring Clearance Between 2nd Gear And Collar

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5. If the clearance is out of tolerance, remove the 28 mm distance collar and measure the width.
6. Select and install a new distance collar, then recheck.

   DISTANCE COLLAR, 28 mm 

   COLLAR SPECIFICATION
   
   

   No.	Part Number	Width
   1	90503 - PC9 - 000	39.00 mm (1.535 in)
   2	90504 - PC9 - 000	39.10 mm (1.539 in)
   3	90505 - PC9 - 000	39.20 mm (1.543 in)
   4	90507 - PC9 - 000	39.30 mm (1.547 in)
   5	90508 - PC9 - 000	39.05 mm (1.537 in)
   6	90509 - PC9 - 000	39.15 mm (1.541 in)
   7	90510 - PC9 - 000	39.25 mm (1.545 in)
   8	90511 - PC9 - 000	38.90 mm (1.531 in)
   9	90512 - PC9 - 000	38.95 mm (1.533 in)

7. Recheck the distance collar clearance to make sure it is within tolerance.