Front Section
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25. From inside the front housing, install capscrews
securing the front housing to the intermediate
housing. Tighten capscrews to the proper torque.
Note: Apply Eaton 677 sealant to capscrew
threads.
Torque = 19-25 N.m (14-19 Lb.ft)
26. Remove the shift positioning plug, spring and
ball, using the special tool E018001.
27. Assemble the rear section (refer to Rear Section
Assembly”, in this manual).
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End Play Adjustment
WARNING! Before measuring and adjusting the
transmission axial clearance (end play), remove ALL
existing adjusting shims under both the mainshaft and
countershaft rear bearing cups (refer to “Mainshaft
and Countershaft Rear Bearing Cups - Removal and
Installation”, in this manual).
The bearing cups must have been installed in the
bearing bores completely clean and perfectly seated
on the bearing bore bottom.
Note: Special tools used for measuring the end play:
see “Tool Information”, Ref. E008001 and E009005.
Mainshaft End Play Measurement
1. Choose one from housing threaded holes and
install the special plate (E009005) to support a
dial indicator gauge with magnetic base.
2. Install the mainshaft rear nut just a few threads to
support the pry bar (tool # E008001).
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