Main Shaft Assembly: Adjustment

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Selection of main shaft rear plate:

Using the ST, measure the amount (A) of ball bearing protrusion from transmission main case surface and select the proper plate in the following table:

NOTE: Before measuring, tap the end of main shaft with a plastic hammer lightly in order to make the clearance zero between the main case surface and the moving flange of bearing.

ST 498147000 DEPTH GAUGE

Fig 1: Ball Bearing Protrusion Dimension Chart

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Fig 2: Measuring Amount Of Ball Bearing Protrusion From Transmission Main Case Surface

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