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GEARCASE
ASSEMBLY
Install new seals in driveshaft bearing housing.
Refer to Driveshaft Bearing Housing on p. 326.
Using Driveshaft Seal Protector, P/N 318674,
slide the driveshaft bearing housing onto the
driveshaft.
Install washers on the driveshaft bearing housing
screws. Apply Gasket Sealing Compound to the
threads of the screws. Install screws and torque to
120 to 144 in. lbs. (13.6 to 16.3 N·m).
“O,” “L,” AND “M” TYPE GEARCASES
Refer to DRIVESHAFT SHIMMING on p. 332
before proceeding.
Position the driveshaft thrust bearing, thrust
washer, and shim(s) (selected earlier) on the
driveshaft, exactly in order shown.
Install new seals in driveshaft bearing housing.
Refer to Driveshaft Bearing Housing on p. 326.
Using Driveshaft Seal Protector, P/N 318674,
slide the driveshaft bearing housing onto the
driveshaft.
Move shift rod to position clutch dog as far forward
as possible. Be sure excess grease is removed
from the pinion bearing.
1. Seal protector COA3130
1. Driveshaft bearing housing screws 005425
1
11
1. Thrust bearing
2. Thrust washer
3. Shim(s)
COA3168
1. Seal protector COA3130
1
3
2
1