Pinion and Over-Running Clutch

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Inspect pinion for wear, damage or other abnormal conditions. Check that clutch locks up when turned in direction of drive and rotates smoothly in reverse direction. Replace if necessary.

Fig 1: Inspecting Pinion & Over-Running Clutch
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Inspect spline teeth for wear or damage. Replace if necessary. Inspect pinion for smooth movement.

Fig 2: Locating Spline Teeth
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