Transmission Case: Installation

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Specification: 

8.5 - 9.5 mm (0.33 - 0.37 in)

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1. Install the transmission case.
   NOTE:

   • Do not apply liquid gasket.
   • Do not install the reduction drive gear shim and bearing race.
   • Do not install the seal ring.

   Tightening torque: 

   22 N.m (2.2 kgf-m, 16.2 ft-lb)

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2. Using the ST, measure the height "H1" from the ST end face to the reduction drive gear end face.

   Preparation tool: 

   ST: GAUGE (499575400)

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3. Raise and hold the reduction drive gear.

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4. Measure the height "H2" from the ST end face to the reduction drive gear end face.

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5. Using the following calculation, select appropriate thickness "T" of the reduction drive gear shim.
   NOTE: Adjust using 1 - 4 pieces.

   T = H1 - H2 - 0.05 - 0.25 mm (0.002 - 0.010 in)

Liquid gasket: 

THREE BOND 1216J or equivalent

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Tightening torque: 

22 N.m (2.2 kgf-m, 16.2 ft-lb)

Tightening torque: 

16 N.m (1.6 kgf-m, 11.8 ft-lb)

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