Input Shaft Disassembly and Assembly: Assembly

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Bring bearing (1) so that its groove for circlip is in the front of input shaft (2) and press-fit with special tool and hydraulic press.
Special tool

(A): 09940-51710

Fig 1: Press-Fitting Input Shaft Bearing
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Select circlip (1) that will make thrust clearance of bearing 0.1 mm (0.0039 in) or less and install it.

Fig 2: Circlip Thickness Specifications Chart
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Fig 3: Measuring Circlip Thrust Clearance
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Apply grease to bearing roller (1) and install it to input shaft (2).
: Grease 99000-25010

Fig 4: Installing Bearing Roller To Input Shaft

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