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Snap Ring Assembly Note

  1. Install a new snap ring to the primary shaft.
  2. Measure the clearance between the snap ring and the primary shaft bearing spacer.
    • If it is not within the specification, adjust it by selecting a proper snap ring from below.

    Clearance 

    1. 0.0-0.1 mm {0.0000-0.0039 in} 

Fig 1: Available Snap Ring Sizes
G01904265Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Fig 2: Measuring Snap Ring To Primary Shaft Bearing Spacer Clearance
G01904266Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.