Output Gear Assembly Removal

Reference: LOW AND REVERSE CLUTCH PISTON REMOVAL 

Fig 1: Identifying Output Gear Retaining Ring And Output Gear Assembly

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1. Rotate the transmission assembly so the I.D. tag is facing up.
2. Remove the output gear retaining ring (48) from the output gear assembly (12).
   Fig 2: Identifying Output Gear Assembly

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3. Remove the output gear assembly (12) from the transmission case assembly.
   NOTE: Do not disassemble the output drive gear.
4. Clean the output gear in solvent and air dry. Ensure the solvent is removed from the bearing.
5. Inspect the bearings feel for roughness or noise.
6. Inspect the gear teeth for:
   • Excessive wear
   • Chips or broken teeth
   • Metal embedded in the teeth
7. Replace the output drive gear as an assembly if any of the above conditions are found.

   Reference: TRANSMISSION COOLER LINE SEALS REMOVAL 

   Reference: TRANSMISSION CASE INSPECTION 

   Reference: FRONT DIFFERENTIAL BEARING RACE AND SELECTIVE SHIM REMOVAL 

   Reference: MANUAL SHIFT SHAFT SEAL AND BEARING REMOVAL 

   Reference: FRONT WHEEL DRIVE SHAFT OIL SEAL REMOVAL 

   Reference: FRONT DIFFERENTIAL CARRIER SEAL REMOVAL