Adapter Plate

Tools Required 

• J 23907 Slide Hammer. See Special Tools and Equipment .
• J 39439-2 Bushing Remover. See Special Tools and Equipment .

1. Remove the neutral return cam.
2. Remove the neutral return cam spring retaining bolt and washer.
3. Remove the neutral return cam spring.
   Fig 1: Removing Neutral Return Cam Spring

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4. Remove the input shaft bearing race and the shim.
   Fig 2: Removing Input Shaft Bearing Race & Shim

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5. Remove the countershaft bearing race and the shim.
   Fig 3: Removing Countershaft Bearing Race & Shim

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6. Remove the adapter plate plug.
   Fig 4: Removing Adapter Plate Plug

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7. Remove the input shaft seal.
   Fig 5: Removing Input Shaft Seal

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   Important:  Do not replace the bushing unless inspection shows bushing damage.

   Fig 6: Removing 1st/2nd & 3rd/4th Shift Shaft Bushing

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8. Remove the 1st/2nd and the 3rd/4th shift shaft bushing, using the J 23907 with the J 39439-2.
9. Remove the 1st/2nd and the 3rd/4th shift shaft seals (1) and (2).
   Fig 7: Removing 1st/2nd And 3rd/4th Shift Shaft Seals

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10. Remove the dowel pins.

Fig 8: Removing Dowel Pins

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