Install both speed sensors from transaxle case (Fig.
362).
As a final check of the transaxle, measure the
input shaft end play. This will indicate when a #4
thrust plate change is required. The number 4 thrust
plate is located behind the overdrive clutch hub.
Attach a dial indicator to transaxle bell housing with
its plunger seated against end of input shaft (Fig.
363). Move input shaft in and out to obtain end play
reading. End play specifications are.13 to.64 mm
(.005 to.025 inch). If not within specifications, make
the necessary thrust plate adjustment.
DIFFERENTIAL RECONDITION
The valve body and solenoid wiring connector must
be removed from the transaxle in order to recondition
the transaxle differential. The transfer shaft cannot
be removed with the valve body in place. Refer to
Valve Body Recondition for removal procedure.
If any bearings in the differential require replace-
ment, all the bearings on the differential carrier and
transfer shaft must be replaced. The differential
adjusters must also be replaced when differential
bearings are replaced.
DISASSEMBLY
CAUTION: The chain sprockets have a slip fit onto
their shafts. Apply only a slight amount of pressure
to the chain spreader to release the chain pressure.
If chain sprockets are not spread slightly removal
or installation will be difficult. Overspreading of the
chain sprocket will also make sprocket removal dif-
ficult.
Fig. 361 Install Transaxle Oil Pan
1 – TRANSAXLE OIL PAN
Fig. 362 Install Input and Output Speed Sensor
1 – OUTPUT SPEED SENSOR
2 – INPUT SPEED SENSOR
Fig. 363 Measure Input Shaft End Play
1 – DIAL INDICATOR
Fig. 364 Remove Chain Cover
1 – TRANSAXLE CASE
2 – CHAIN COVER
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DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY (Continued)