Transmission Case: Disassembly

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Remove the CVTF inlet pipe and CVTF outlet pipe.

Fig 1: Removing CVTF Inlet Pipe And CVTF Outlet Pipe
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Remove all plugs from the transmission case.

Fig 2: Removing Plugs From Transmission Case
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Remove the lubrication pipe.

Fig 3: Removing Lubrication Pipe
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Remove the oil seal using a screwdriver wrapped with cloth etc.

Fig 4: Removing Oil Seal Using Screwdriver Wrapped With Cloth
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Remove the ball bearing from reduction driven gear using ST.
ST 398527700 PULLER ASSY

Fig 5: Removing Ball Bearing From Reduction Driven Gear Using ST
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Remove the snap ring on primary pulley side.

Fig 6: Removing Snap Ring On Primary Pulley Side
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Using the ST, remove the roller bearing on primary pulley side.
NOTE: Warm up the bearing area of transmission case using a drier or heat gun.

ST 398527700 PULLER ASSY

Fig 7: Removing Roller Bearing On Primary Pulley Side
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Remove the snap ring on secondary pulley side.

Fig 8: Removing Snap Ring On Secondary Pulley Side
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Using the ST, remove the roller bearing on secondary pulley side.
NOTE: Warm up the bearing area of transmission case using a drier or heat gun.

ST 398527700 PULLER ASSY

Fig 9: Removing Roller Bearing On Secondary Pulley Side
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Remove the CVTF filter by blowing compressed air through the transmission case hole.
NOTE: Hold the CVTF filter with a finger to prevent compressed air from leaking.

Fig 10: Removing CVTF Filter By Blowing Compressed Air Through Transmission Case Hole
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Fig 11: Holding CVTF Filter With Finger
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