Simplicity LTH Series

7 Transmission Repair
7C Tuff Torq K60
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37. Remove the input shaft and bearing from the case.
Figure C–44. Remove Input Shaft
38. Remove the retaining ring and washer from each side
of the input shaft bearing
39. Press the bearing off of the input shaft. Inspect the
splines and bearing surface for damage.
40. Replace needed parts and reassemble as follows:
• Install one retaining ring and washer.
• Press bearing down to the washer.
• Install other washer and retaining ring.
Figure C–45. Disassemble Input Shaft
41. Remove the bearing, bushing, washer and final shaft
gear from the pinion shaft previously removed from
the transaxle.
NOTE: It is normal for the gear to have some play on
the pinion shaft.
42. Inspect and measure the bearing, bushing, washer,
gear and final pinion shaft for wear or damage.
Replace if necessary:
Bushing ID: 0.593–0.596” (15.05–15.13 mm)
Shaft OD: 0.589–0.590” (14.97–14.99 mm)
Clearance: 0.002–0.006” (0.06–0.16 mm)
Clearance (Max): 0.020” (0.5 mm)
Figure C–46. Inspect Pinion Shaft