Idler Gear: Inspection

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INSPECT IDLER GEAR
Using a micrometer, measure the idler gear diameter.

Standard diameter:

38.48 - 38.50 mm (1.5149 -1.5157 in.)

Maximum diameter:

38.50 mm (1.5157 in.)

Fig 1: Measuring Idler Gear
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INSPECT IDLER LOW GEAR
Using a cylinder gauge, measure the idler low gear diameter.

Standard diameter:

45.52 - 45.54 mm (1.7922 - 1.7930 in.)

Maximum diameter:

45.54 mm (1.7930 in.)

Fig 2: Measuring Idler Low Gear Diameter Using Cylinder Gauge
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