Suzuki LT-Z400 - Page 84

3-40 ENGINE
REASSEMBLY
Reassemble the transmission in the reverse order of disassem-
bly. Pay special attention to the following points:
NOTE:
Before installing the gears, apply engine oil to the inner surface
of each gear and bushing.
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NOTE:
When reassembling the transmission, attention must be given to
the locations and positions of the washers and snap rings. The
cross sectional view shows the correct position of the gears,
washers, and snap rings. (!3-40)
• When installing a new snap ring, pay attention to the direction
of the snap ring. Fit it to the side where the thrust is, as
shown. The rounded side should be against the gear surface.
A Thrust
B Sharp edge
• When installing the third driven gear bushing, align the its oil
hole with the driveshaft oil hole.
* Never reuse a snap ring. After a snap ring has been
removed from a shaft, it should be discarded and a
new snap ring must be installed.
* When installing a new snap ring, do not expand the
end gap larger than required to slip the snap ring
over the shaft.
* After installing a new snap ring, make sure that it is
completely seated in its groove and securely fitted.