Triple-Cone Synchronizer (2nd)

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Follow the instructions below and inspect the clearances of 2nd outer baulk ring, 2nd synchronizer cone and 2nd inner baulk ring.

NOTE: Clearances "A", "B" and "C" of 2nd outer baulk ring, 2nd synchronizer cone and 2nd inner baulk ring are controlled as a set. If the clearance is below the limit value, replace them as a set.

Fig 1: Inspecting Clearances "A", "B" And "C" Of 2nd Outer Baulk Ring, 2nd Synchronizer Cone And 2nd Inner Baulk Ring

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Push 2nd outer baulk ring on 2nd main gear taper cone. Measure clearance "A" at 2 or more points diagonally opposite, and calculate mean value using a feeler gauge.
1. Clearance "A"
  1. Standard value: 0.6 - 1.3 mm (0.024 - 0.051 in)
  2. Limit value: 0.3 mm (0.012 in) or less
Fig 2: Measuring Clearance "A" At 2 Points Diagonally Opposite Using Feeler Gauge
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Measure clearance "B" at 2 or more points diagonally opposite, and calculate mean value using a feeler gauge.
1. Clearance "B"
  1. Standard value: 0.85 - 1.35 mm (0.033 - 0.053 in)
  2. Limit value: 0.7 mm (0.028 in) or less
Fig 3: Measuring Clearance "B" At 2 Points Diagonally Opposite Using Feeler Gauge
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Push 2nd outer baulk ring on 2nd main gear taper cone. Measure clearance "C" at 2 or more points diagonally opposite, and calculate mean value using a feeler gauge.
1. Clearance "C"
  1. Standard value: 0.7 - 1.25 mm (0.028 - 0.049 in)
  2. Limit value: 0.3 mm (0.012 in) or less
Fig 4: Measuring Clearance "C" At 2 Points Diagonally Opposite Using Feeler Gauge
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NOTE: 2nd baulk ring has three spaces that the gear teeth are missing as shown in the figure.

Fig 5: Locating 2nd Baulk Ring Having Three Spaces Gear Teeth Missing
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